Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Practice
A 10-year-old girl is living with a foster family. Which intervention is the priority for the child in this family structure?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Performing a comprehensive health assessment is crucial for a child living with a foster family as they may have moved between different homes, leading to incomplete medical records. This assessment helps identify any existing health issues, ensure appropriate care, and address any unmet health needs. While addressing issues like bullying or parental expectations is important, the immediate priority should be ensuring the child's overall health and well-being. Establishing the actual caretaker is also important but may not be as urgent as addressing potential health concerns.