A 9-year-old autistic child is admitted to a pediatric rehabilitation center for the first time, for special care and support. Which of the following measures should the nurse undertake when working with this child toward rehabilitation?
A) Promote understanding of instructions using baby talk.
B) Involve the family caregivers in treatment planning.
C) Provide assistance with all routine activities.
D) Avoid involving the client in group activities, such as sports.
B
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The nurse must involve the family caregivers in treatment planning. This provides emotional support to the child. The nurse should not use baby talk because this may lead to confusion. The nurse should encourage the child to be as independent as possible; this will help to maintain a balance between the need for assistance and achieving independence in daily activities. Encouraging the client to perform all the normal things that others do emphasizes normalcy. The child should actively participate in group activities such as sports, music, and art.
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