A nurse is caring for a 10-year-old adolescent with spastic … | 마이메르시 MyMerci
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문제
A nurse is caring for a 10-year-old adolescent with spastic cerebral palsy who experiences frequent muscle spasms and contractures. The adolescent's parents express concern about their child's increasing difficulty with daily activities and ask about treatment options. What is the most appropriate nursing intervention to recommend?
1Recommend complete bed rest to prevent further muscle damage and reduce spasticity
2Suggest limiting physical therapy sessions to once weekly to avoid overstimulation
3Advocate for a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and adaptive equipment✓ 정답
4Advise parents to focus primarily on cognitive development since physical limitations cannot be improved
해설
A multidisciplinary approach including physical and occupational therapy is essential for managing spastic cerebral palsy, addressing both immediate symptoms and long-term function. Other options like bed rest or limiting therapy are ineffective or harmful.