Reflection Questions
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As the nurse, you assess an 18-month-old child who does not demonstrate many of the milestones outlined for that age. You know you must discuss these deficits with the provider in order to complete additional assessment and testing. How should you convey this message in a supportive manner to the patient’s caregivers?
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Which theory outlined in this chapter do you feel is most relevant to current nursing practice? Which theory do you feel is least relevant to current nursing practice? Why?
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Discuss the importance of developmental theories. How can these theories help guide nursing care across the life span?
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How would you, as the nurse, respond to a patient or caregiver who has a different opinion than yourself regarding the choice to vaccinate themselves or their children?