NCLEX-RN · Question #750
The pediatric nurse charts that the parents of a 4-yearold child are very anxious. Which observation would indicate to the nurse unhealthy coping by these parents:
The correct answer is D. Refusing to participate in the child's care. (A, B, C) These methods are healthy ways of dealing with anxiety. (D) Participation minimizes feelings of helplessness and powerlessness. It is important that parents have accurate information and that they seek support from sources available to them.
Question
The pediatric nurse charts that the parents of a 4-yearold child are very anxious. Which observation would indicate to the nurse unhealthy coping by these parents:
Options
- ADiscussing their needs with the nursing staff
- BDiscussing their needs with other family members
- CSeeking support from their minister
- DRefusing to participate in the child's care
How the community answered
(20 responses)- A5% (1)
- B5% (1)
- C10% (2)
- D80% (16)
Explanation
(A, B, C) These methods are healthy ways of dealing with anxiety. (D) Participation minimizes feelings of helplessness and powerlessness. It is important that parents have accurate information and that they seek support from sources available to them.
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