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6 years ago
A child was admitted to the children's unit, having been sexually abused by an acquaint-ance of her family.
 
  The child refuses to talk and participate in unit activities, choosing to stay in her room with her stuffed animals. Which therapeutic intervention will best help the child release pent-up feelings about the abuse?
  a. Family therapy
  b. Play therapy
  c. Individual communication with the nurse
  d. Role-play with other children on the unit
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6 years ago
ANS: B
Play helps communicate and release feelings about the child's problems. A child may have difficulty expressing feelings verbally. Family therapy may be useful, but it is not designed for releasing feelings. Role-playing is more effective with older children or adults.
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