The caregivers of an 8-year-old child diagnosed with muscular dystrophy are discussing appropriate activities for their child. What might the nurse suggest regarding the child's activities?
A) Find a Little League team that encourages participation of kids at all disability levels
B) Find an art class that will allow the child to participate without physical exertion
C) Modify family activities so they are more sedentary for the child
D) Teach the child at home so that the child does not feel overly different
Ans: A
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