The nurse is caring for a 12 year-old girl with a left leg amputation due to osteosarcoma. Their parents inform the nurse that they have been feeling angry and depressed after being fitted for a prosthesis. Which of the following responses best conveys the nurse's understanding of the client's reaction?

Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu

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Question

The nurse is caring for a 12 year-old girl with a left leg amputation due to osteosarcoma. Their parents inform the nurse that they have been feeling angry and depressed after being fitted for a prosthesis. Which of the following responses  best  conveys the nurse's understanding of the client's reaction? 
 
   Ramanpreet Kaur Sidhu   
 
 ID: 137304

Accepted Answer

"Feelings of anger and depression are normal and necessary for the grieving process."

Answer

“Your child's anger and depression are likely due to their anxiety
about re-entering school.”

Answer

"The anger and depression represent a rejection of the prosthesis."

Answer

"I can bring another amputee to talk to them."

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