A parent is concerned about her child's recent behavior, and calls the nurse for advice. According to the parent, her child is constantly crying, is not sleeping well, and has withdrawn from activities
The nurse should recognize that this behavior is related to: 1. Stress.
2. Drug abuse.
3. Normal behavior.
4. Mental abuse.
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Rationale:
1. Children manifest stress in a variety of ways, including regressive behavior, interrupted sleep, hyperactive behavior, gastrointestinal symptoms, crying, and withdrawal from normal events.
2. Drug abuse is more likely to occur in an adolescent, not a child.
3. The beahviors described in the stem are not normal behaviors for a child. Such behaviors need to be investigated.
4. Mental abuse could be a reason for stress, but this answer is limiting when compared to the correct option.
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