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.