Parents ask for help for their other children to cope with the changes in the family resulting from the special needs of their sibling. What strategy does the nurse recommend?
a. Explain to the siblings that embarrassment is unhealthy.
b. Encourage the parents not to expect siblings to help them care for the child with special needs.
c. Provide information to the siblings about the child's condition only as requested.
d. Invite the siblings to attend meetings to develop plans for the child with special needs.
ANS: D
Siblings should be invited to attend meeting to be part of the care team for the child. They can learn about an individualized education plan and help design strategies that will work at home. Embarrassment may be associated with having a sibling with a chronic illness or disability. Parents must be able to respond in an appropriate manner without punishing the sibling. The parents may need assistance with the care of the child. Most siblings are positive about the extra responsibilities. Parents need to inform the siblings about the child's condition before a nonfamily member does so. The parents do not want the siblings to fantasize about what is wrong with the child.
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