week 2: hospitalized child

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what are the 3 stages of separation

1. protest 2. despair 3. detachment

greg, age 2.5 years old, was admitted to the pediatric unit yesterday. his parents are making plans to visit as often as possible. the parents complain the child cries, screams and throws himself whenever they leave. what do you do as the nurse? a. explain that this behavior is normal b. explain that this behavior will diminish in a few days c. encourage the parents not to leave the child's room d. encourage the parents to leave when the child is asleep

a. explain that this behavior is normal

which of the following nursing interventions is the most appropriate when working with a school age child who has a terminal illness? a. give factual explanations of the disease, medications, and procedures. b. perform all care for the child. c. tell the child that everything will be okay. d. assure the child that being in the hospital is not a punishment for any thoughts or actions.

a. give factual explanations of the disease, medications, and procedures.

a 4-year-old is hospitalized for severe gastroenteritis. the child is crying and clinging to the mother. the mother becomes very upset and is afraid to leave the child. which of the following nursing interventions would be appropriate to alleviate the child's fears and the mother's anxiety? a. reassure the mother that the child will be fine after she leaves b. give the mother the telephone number of the pediatric unit and tell the mother to call any time c. ask the mother if she would like to stay overnight with the child d. tell the mother to bring the child's favorite toys the next time she comes to the hospital to visit.

c. ask the mother if she would like to stay overnight with the child

a 7-year-old is hospitalized with a fracture of the femur and is placed in traction. in meeting the psychosocial needs of the child, the nurse appropriately selects which of the following play activities for the child? a. a coloring book with crayons b. a finger-painting set c. a large puzzle d. a board game

d. a board game

the nurse is admitting a 10-month-old infant who is being hospitalized for a respiratory infection. the nurse develops a plan of care for the infant and appropriately includes which of the following: a. keep the infant as quiet as possible b. place small toys in the crib to provide stimulation for the infant c. restrain the infant to prevent tubes from being dislodged d. provide a consistent routine such as touching, rocking, and cuddling throughout the hospitalization

d. provide a consistent routine such as touching, rocking, and cuddling throughout the hospitalization

what age group is most impacted by separation anxiety

toddlers


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