The nurse assigned to work with school-aged children who have been hospitalized knows that from a developmental viewpoint their special needs include:
a. opportunities to do and learn well c. an adult to debate life's issues with
b. someone to supervise their activities d. opportunities to regress without fear
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A Correct. During hospitalization of school-aged children, every effort needs to be put forth to help those whose primary focus is school-related to continue to learn and maintain their individual strengths.
B Incorrect. The nurse assigned to work with school-aged children who have been hospitalized knows that from a developmental viewpoint their special needs does not include someone to supervise their activities.
C Incorrect. The nurse assigned to work with school-aged children who have been hospitalized knows that from a developmental viewpoint their special needs does not include an adult to debate life's issues with.
D Incorrect. The nurse assigned to work with school-aged children who have been hospitalized knows that from a developmental viewpoint their special needs does not include opportunities to regress without fear. Instead, they need to maintain their skills and to continue learning.
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