Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
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A 10-year-old client with a pin in the right femur is immobilized in traction. He is exhibiting behavioral changes including restlessness, difficulty with problem solving, inability to concentrate on activities, and monotony. Which of the following nursing implementations would be most effective in helping him cope with immobility?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Self-care is usually well received by the child, and it is one of the most useful interventions to help the child cope with immobility, providing a sense of control.