The nurse is caring for an active 14-year-old girl who has r…

The nurse is caring for an active 14-year-old girl who has recently been diagnosed with scoliosis. She is dismayed that a “athlete” like herself could have this condition, and is afraid it will impact her ability to play sports. Which of the following would best address the girl’s concerns?

In the United States children are taught, starting in kinder…

In the United States children are taught, starting in kindergarten, what is considered appropriate behavior. They are expected to learn and say the Pledge of Allegiance every morning. When their teacher wants to get their attention, he or she may ring a bell or turn the lights on and off rapidly. At this time, students learn very quickly to stop whatever they are doing and to sit on the floor in front of the teacher. As they progress through school, teachers still have expectations of the behavior they would like to see in their students. What is operating in American schools?

The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old boy in traction prior…

The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old boy in traction prior to surgery for slipped capital femoral epiphysis, or Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease. He has been in an acute care setting for 2 weeks and will require an additional 10 days in the hospital. He is complaining that he feels isolated and is resisting further treatment. Which of the following would be the most helpful intervention?

The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old boy in traction prior…

The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old boy in traction prior to surgery for slipped capital femoral epiphysis, or Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease. He has been in an acute care setting for 2 weeks and will require an additional 10 days in the hospital. He is complaining that he feels isolated and is resisting further treatment. Which of the following would be the most helpful intervention?