A nursing student asks a pediatric intensive care nurse why being bed-bound for several weeks would affect a young child's growth and development. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A.
"A child on bedrest has depression, slowing development."
B.
"Bedrest causes muscle weakness that limits activity."
C.
"Growth and development are highly connected to activity."
D.
"Isolation from peers has a negative effect on growth."
ANS: C
In all children, but especially younger ones, growth and development are tightly bound to activity and movement. Children who have their movement restricted for medical purposes often regress in their developmental stage. The other options are all part of this reaction, but do not explain the phenomenon as comprehensively as the correct option.
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