The nurse observes that an adolescent admitted to the inpatient unit for "failed outpatient treatment for depression" is very shy about interacting with peers
In planning care for this client, the nurse will integrate which of the following to help the client become more comfortable in the milieu? 1. Limit choices
2. Establish a trusting relationship
3. Establish concrete boundaries
4. Provide physical activity
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Rationale: According to Erikson, these crisis periods or stages are reviews of the adolescent's sense of trust, autonomy, initiative, and industry, in that order. In this situation, the client is regressing and needs to feel safe within the milieu. Establishing boundaries, limiting choices, and physical activity are not the priority actions for this client.
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