Asked by Sunita Sapkale on Sep 23, 2024
An 11-year-old child, who has been diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) , becomes angry over the rules at a residential treatment program and begins shouting at the nurse. Select the best method to defuse the situation.
A) Assign the child to a short time-out.
B) Administer an antipsychotic medication.
C) Place the child in a therapeutic hold.
D) Call a staff member to seclude the child.
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
A behavior disorder in children and teens characterized by persistent patterns of angry, defiant, and vindictive behaviors.
Therapeutic Hold
A technique used in healthcare and mental health settings to safely restrain a patient to prevent harm to themselves or others, often applied in a way to respect the patient's dignity.
- Acknowledge the critical role of safety and behavioral management techniques in the care of children's mental health.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the critical role of safety and behavioral management techniques in the care of children's mental health.
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