A family was very pleased with how well their child was doing now that

A family was very pleased with how well their child was doing now that he was on medication. They congratulated the nurse on getting their child help and said they were so impressed that the nurse was able to cure him.

Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?
a.
Congratulate them on being so supportive to their child through this ordeal.
b.
Stress that the medication is controlling the symptoms and their child will continue to need their support.
c.
Thank them for their recognition of the role you—and all nurses—play in promoting health.
d.
Verbalize your observations of how well their child is doing.

ESSAYBID ANSWER

ANS: B
Psychotherapeutic medications do not cure mental illness; they act by controlling symptoms. Thus, it is important for the nurse to stress to the family that the medication is controlling the symptoms and the child needs their continued support. Both of these factors are important for the long-term success and treatment of the child.