The nurse is preparing a pamphlet for parents of adolescents about guidance during the adolescent years. What suggestion should the nurse include in the pamphlet?
a. Provide criticism when mistakes are made or when views are different.
b. Use comparisons with older siblings or extended family to promote good outcomes.
c. Begin to disengage from school functions to allow the adolescent to gain independence.
d. Provide clear, reasonable limits and define consequences when rules are broken.
ANS: D
An anticipatory guideline to include when teaching parents of adolescents is to provide clear, reasonable limits and have clear consequences when rules are broken. Parents should avoid criticism when mistakes are made and should allow opportunities for the teen to voice different views and opinions. Parents should try to avoid comparing the teen with a sibling or extended family member. Parents should try to be more engaged in the teen's school functions to show support and unconditional love.
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