A home health nurse planning the care for a disabled teen takes into consideration that the patient:
a. Is focused solely on dealing with the illness
b. Is concerned about being accepted by peers
c. Understands that keeping up with classmates is not possible
d. Needs a rigid routine to feel secure
B
A disabled teen is still focused on acceptance. This teen has the additional burden of also dealing with a chronic health condition, which makes acceptance very difficult. The nurse should help the teen explore ways that he or she can keep up with his or her class. Peers should be encouraged to visit. The teen needs a flexible routine to allow for as much normality as possible.
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