Question

A nurse is preparing to teach a 6-year-old client with a broken arm and the client's mother about caring for the child's cast. Which statement reflects the best education plan for these clients?
A) Separate the mother and child; teach the mother and let her tach teach the child.
B) Focus mainly on the mother; ask the child a coulpe of simple questions.
C) Provide the mother with written materials; teach the child about keeping cast dry.
D) Include the child in the education; ask a questions of both mother and child.

Answer 1

Answer:

D) Include the child in the education; ask a questions of both mother and child.

Explanation:

The nurse should ask the child to participate when explaining what should and should not be done about her broken arm. When the child is included in the nurse's conversation with the mother, she may feel safer knowing how the procedures will be performed and achieving some degree of responsibility for her recovery and commitment. This can speed up treatment and give the child some independence.