An 8-year-old child with a chronic illness is returning home after an extended hospital stay

She tires easily but is mobile and active with arts and crafts when she has energy. What should the nurse suggest to the parents to support the child's socialization needs?
A) Find a local Brownie troop and talk to the leader about including the child in activities with all other troop members, but make sure she rests if necessary
B) Find an art teacher who can come to the home to help the child explore art projects
C) Go to the local library and get some children's craft books to use to entertain the child
D) Arrange for the child to take home some of the tools and supplies she has enjoyed working with while hospitalized


Ans: A

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