The parents of a child with muscular dystrophy have the desire to gain additional information regarding services available to children and families affected by this condition. They call the clinic nurse and ask for advice
The nurse's best response is to provide information to the parents related to what?
A) Spiritual counseling
B) The Muscular Dystrophy Association
C) Programs offered by the local school district
D) The American Academy of Pediatrics
Ans: B
Feedback: While all options will serve to provide a varying level of support to the child and the family, the Muscular Dystrophy Association will provide information specific to programs of patient services and clinical care, research initiatives, and professional and public education.
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