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Parents of a Child Who Is Mentally Retarded Ask the Nurse

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Parents of a child who is mentally retarded ask the nurse in the pediatrician's office to help them make a judgment about placement. They ask the nurse what he would do if he were in their place. Which of the following is the nurse's best response?


A) List all the reasons for and against placement based on the parents' own assessment of the child.
B) Tell the parents what you would do if the child were yours and give your rationale.
C) Provide information about all options: placement, day care, special schools, home care, and respite care options.
D) Refer the parents to the physician and the social worker.

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