A child, age 5, was admitted to the children's unit, having been sexually abused by an acquaint-ance of her family
The child refuses to talk and participate in unit activities, choosing to stay in her room with her stuffed animals. Which therapeutic intervention will best help the child release pent-up feelings about the abuse?
1. Individual communication with the nurse
2. Play therapy
3. Family therapy
4. Role-play with other children on the unit
ANS: 2
Play helps communicate and release feelings about the child's problems. Option 1 is incorrect because a 5-year-old may have difficulty expressing feelings verbally. Option 3 is incorrect be-cause family therapy may be useful, but it is not designed for releasing feelings. Option 4 is in-correct because role-playing is more effective with older children or adults.
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