Which interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care for a child who is diagnosed with an intellectual disability? Select all that apply
1. Providing emotional support to the family
2. Maintaining a safe environment for the client
3. Educating the family that maintenance of activities of daily living (ADL) is impossible to achieve
4. Participating in the individualized education program (IEP) process
5. Recommending permanent institutionalization
1, 2, 4
Explanation:
1. The nurse should include interventions in the plan of care for a child diagnosed with an intellectual disability that support the family.
2. The nurse should include interventions in the plan of care for a child diagnosed with an intellectual disability that maintain a safe environment.
3. Maintenance of ADL will be determined by the severity of the intellectual disability.
4. The nurse should participate in the IEP process for a child who is diagnosed with an intellectual disability.
5. Permanent institutionalization is no longer recommended for children diagnosed with an intellectual disability.
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