Question

When caring for a 4-year-old with a disability, the nurse notes that while encouraging the child to take part in his care, the mother constantly gives into the child, allowing him to have his own way. What anticipatory guidance can the nurse give to promote

normalization in this relationship?
A. "Giving in" is not a detriment to the child when he or she has a disability and limitations.
B. Explain that when parents establish reasonable limits, children are likely to develop independence that is appropriate for their age and achievement equal to their limitations.
C. Advise the parent to wait to explain any procedure to the child until they are at the health care setting or just before the procedure to avoid unduly upsetting the child.
D. Have the parent realize that it would be unfair to the siblings to expect similar rules to apply to all of the children in the family.

Answer 1

The nurse's anticipatory guidance to promote normalization in the relationship between the mother and the 4-year-old child with a disability is to explain the importance of establishing reasonable limits for the child's development of independence.

Step-by-step explanation:

The anticipatory guidance the nurse can give to promote normalization in the relationship between the mother and the 4-year-old child with a disability is option B: Explain that when parents establish reasonable limits, children are likely to develop independence that is appropriate for their age and achievement equal to their limitations.

By explaining to the mother that establishing reasonable limits is important, the nurse can help the mother understand that giving in to the child's demands may hinder the child's development of independence and appropriate behavior. Setting limits and boundaries will help the child understand expectations and learn to adapt to their disability. This guidance will promote a healthier and more normalized relationship between the mother and the child.