Which nursing intervention is most appropriate when assessing a young child who may have an anxiety disorder?
Correct answer: A. Ask the child to describe feelings through play or drawing
- A. Ask the child to describe feelings through play or drawing
- B. Require the child to answer every question without help
- C. Focus only on physical symptoms reported by the parents
- D. Avoid discussing frightening experiences during assessment
Explanation
Play and drawing can help a child communicate thoughts and feelings in an age-appropriate way. Requiring formal answers or ignoring emotional experiences can limit the accuracy of the assessment.
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