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When planning care for a 9-year-old client, the nurse uses which of the most effective means of helping siblings cope with their feelings about a brother who is terminally ill?
A. Open discussion and understanding
B. Play-acting out feelings in different roles
C. Storytelling
D. Drawing pictures
Correct Answer: B
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
(A) When dealing with grief, siblings are usually most comfortable initially with open discussion. (B) Assuming different roles allows children to act out their feelings without fear of reprisals and to gain insight and control. (C) This method may be helpful, but having the child take an active part through role playing is more effective. (D) This technique may be helpful, but being an active participant through role playing is more effective.
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