What are age-appropriate nursing interventions to facilitate psychological adjustment for an adolescent expected to have a prolonged hospitalization? (Select all that apply.)

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Completing homework during study time,allowing the teen to wear street clothes,and encouraging parents to bring favorite foods are all age appropriate.Involving parents in care and following home routines are important interventions for the preschool child who is in the hospital.Adolescents do not need parents to assist in their care.They are used to performing independent self-care.Adolescents may want their parents to be nearby,or they may enjoy the freedom and independence from parental control and routines.

What Are Age-Appropriate Nursing Interventions to Facilitate Psychological Adjustment for an Adolescent