An adolescent client has a long leg cast secondary to a fractured femur. Which nursing action is most appropriate in order to effectively facilitate the adolescent's return to school?
1. Develop an individualized health plan (IHP) that focuses on long-term needs of the adolescent.
2. Meet with all of the other students prior to the student's return to school to emphasize the special needs of the injured teen.
3. Meet with teachers and administrators at the school to make sure entrances and classrooms are wheelchair accessible.
4. Meet with parents of the injured student to encourage homebound schooling until a short leg cast is applied.
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Explanation:
1. While an IHP might be developed, short-term needs would be the focus.
2. It is not necessary to meet with all of the students to discuss the adolescent's needs.
3. An adolescent with a long leg cast secondary to a fractured femur will be dependent on a wheelchair for mobility. It is essential that the environment be wheelchair accessible prior to the adolescent's return to school.
4. There is no reason to encourage the adolescent to stay at home for schooling if the child is ready to return.
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