The parents are concerned about how their teen will be able to handle normal daily activities because of the brace. The nurse would offer which of the following instructions to help the family cope with this new challenge:
a. Instruct parents to remove any potential hazards in the home
b. Instruct the teen to be especially careful when walking in the school halls when changing classes
c. Put clothing on lower part of the body while sitting in a chair
d. All of the above
D
The nurse would advise each of these steps as a method to prevent injury and to assist in adapting to the device. The child should be instructed that in time the adjustment will be made.
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1. Moderate-carbohydrate foods 2. Foods high in vitamin C 3. Fiber-rich foods 4. Foods rich in folic acid
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