The parents of a child born with disabilities ask the nurse for advice about discipline.The nurse's response should be based on knowledge that discipline is:

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Discipline is essential for the children with disabilities.It provides boundaries within which to test their behavior and teaches them socially acceptable behaviors.It is not too difficult to implement discipline with a special-needs child.The nurse should teach the parents ways to manage the child's behavior before it becomes problematic.Punishment is not effective in managing behavior.

The Parents of a Child Born with Disabilities Ask the Nurse