An exacerbation of an adolescent child's chronic health problem has been addressed. What action should the population health nurse plan to promote adjustment of the child and family?
1. Discuss the child's health needs with the school nurse.
2. Encourage the family to see the routine Friday night movie.
3. Suggest the child attend counseling to help with the problem.
4. Schedule an assistant to help with child care while the parents take a weekend off.
Answer: 2
Explanation: 2. Encouraging the family to see the routine Friday night movie promotes normal family life as much as possible. Discussing the child's health needs with the school nurse helps promote the child's self-management. Suggesting the child attend counseling and scheduling an assistant while the parents take a weekend off are actions to prevent consequences.
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