The nurse is caring for a family with four children whose third child has been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
After completing an assessment, which statement made by the mother leads the nurse to a diagnosis of compromised family coping?
A) "I don't know how to tell the rest of the family or how we will manage the other children."
B) "We need to alert the teachers at school so they will know how to give the medication."
C) "Will he have to be put in an institution?"
D) "I'm not sure if we should let my child act in the school play."
Answer: A
The mother does not have a positive outlook on this situation and appears indecisive and ashamed. This family will need assistance with coping with the child and continuing on with life. Alerting the teachers at school is a positive action and a way to protect the child. The school play will be a decision made with the teachers, but the mother's statement does not suggest poor coping. Asking if the child will need to be placed in an institution is reasonable at this time.
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