The nurse is working with a school-age child who is hospitalized.In planning care that will promote a sense of industry in this child,the nurse will
1. allow the child to assist with her care.
2. encourage parents to participate inthe child's care.
3. give the child a detailed scientificexplanation of the illness.
4. speak to the child in a high-pitchedvoice
Answer:1
Rationale: Allowing the child to participate in her care will decrease the sense of loss of control and increase a sense of industry. While parents can certainly participate in their child's care,it does not increase the child's sense of control. School-age children in general will not understand detailed scientific explanations.Change in voice tone is appropriate when talking to very young children.
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