Question

True/False

1. _________Chronic illness is a leading health problem in the United States.

2. _________Caregivers who respond in denial to their child’s chronic illness respond by trying to protect the child at all costs.

3. _________Caregivers can help siblings of children with chronic illnesses cope by not talking about the sibling’s condition with the other children.

4. _________To encourage a child with a chronic illness to reach a desired goal related to their own self care, the use of a chart or visual aid is appropriate.

5. _________Negative reinforcement and discipline is important for the child with a chronic illness because this gives the child a sense of pride and self-confidence.

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1. Chronic illness is a condition of ________________________________duration or one that progresses slowly, shows little change, and often interferes with daily functioning.

2. Care of an ill child so that the caregivers can have a period of rest and refreshment is called

________________________________ care.

3. Caregivers who distance themselves emotionally from the chronically ill child are responding with

_____________________________________ towards the child.

4. Caregivers who respond with gradual _______________________________ take a common-sense approach to the child’s chronic condition.

5. Siblings of a child who has a chronic illness may feel ____________________________________, which is the feeling of embarrassment or shame, especially if the ill child has a physical disfigurement or cognitive deficit.

Answer 1

True/False

1. _________Chronic illness is a leading health problem in the United States.

Ans:- True
(Chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. They are also leading drivers of the nation's $3.5 trillion in annual health care costs)

2. _________Caregivers who respond in denial to their child’s chronic illness respond by trying to protect the child at all costs.

Ans:- False

[Parents are mostly overprotective ]

3. _________Caregivers can help siblings of children with chronic illnesses cope by not talking about the sibling’s condition with the other children.

Ans:- True

[Caregivers can not talk about health condition with others because it creates a negative effect on other children.]

4. _________To encourage a child with a chronic illness to reach a desired goal related to their own self care, the use of a chart or visual aid is appropriate.

Ans:- False

[Visual aids must be clear, concise and of a high quality. Use graphs and charts to present data. The audience should not be trying to read and listen at the same time - use visual aids to highlight your points.]

5. _________Negative reinforcement and discipline is important for the child with a chronic illness because this gives the child a sense of pride and self-confidence.

Ans:- False

[Negative reinforcement is a method that can be used to help teach specific behaviors. With negative reinforcement, something uncomfortable or otherwise unpleasant is taken away in response to a stimulus. Over time, the target behavior should increase with the expectation that the unpleasant thing will be taken away.]

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6. Chronic illness is a condition of ________________________________duration or one that progresses slowly, shows little change, and often interferes with daily functioning.

Ans:- Long

[A chronic condition is a human health condition or disease that is persistent or otherwise long-lasting in its effects or a disease that comes with time. The term chronic is often applied when the course of the disease lasts for more than three months.]

7. Care of an ill child so that the caregivers can have a period of rest and refreshment is called __________________ care.

Ans:-  Respite Care

Respite care brings temporary relief to primary caregivers from the continuing demands of someone with special needs. ... The purpose of respite is to allow the caregiver to rest, recharge, and remember that there is life beyond caregiving. Respite

• Allows caregivers to rest and rejuvenate so they can return to their caregiving duties refreshed and ready to give their best.
• Reduces the stress associated with caregiving.
• Boosts the immune system by giving the body, mind and spirit of the caregiver a much needed break.

8. Caregivers who distance themselves emotionally from the chronically ill child are responding with_______ towards the child.

Ans:- Self-care and emotional stability

[Chronic illness carries the potential to impact on the life of the family Compared to parents of healthy children, parents of children with chronic diseasereport lower self-development, restrictions on their well-being and emotional stability and lower levels of daily functioning. There are several ways that chronic illness can influence family life Family members may experience strong emotions, such as guilt, anger, sadness, fear, anxiety and depressed mood. These are normal reactions to stress. It is useful to talk about these emotions within the family. Taking care of a chronically ill child is one of the most draining and difficult tasks a parent can face. Beyond handling physical challenges and medical needs, you'll have to deal with your child's emotional needs and the impact that a prolonged illness can have on the entire family.]

9. Caregivers who respond with gradual _______________________________ take a common-sense approach to the child’s chronic condition.

Ans:- Dealing with own feelings

[Guilt is common among parents, often feeling that they somehow caused the illness. Self-blame is particularly prevalent when the condition was present at birth, has a genetic basis, and/or when the cause is not known. Guilt can be an excruciating and disabling emotion, adding to the stress within the family and sometimes making it difficult for parents to be supportive of their children and each other. If guilt or other emotional difficulties are interfering with your par­enting abilities or the quality of your family life, you may benefit from some professional counseling. Many parents find it to be very difficult to discipline their chronically ill child. However, all children need and benefit from having clear limits and consistent expectations. In their absence, children may become overly de­pendent, have lower self-esteem, and begin to have behavioral and social problems. Parents should establish a consistent set of expectations, adjusting them as needed for acute episodes as the child's health fluctuates. They should provide an environment that encourages independence and self-confidence.]

10. Siblings of a child who has a chronic illness may feel ____________________________________, which is the feeling of embarrassment or shame, especially if the ill child has a physical disfigurement or cognitive deficit.

Ans:-

• Guilt that they are not sick ("Why him and not me?")
• Wonder whether they might have caused their sibling's illness
• Anxious about becoming sick themselves
• Jealous and wish could become the center of the family's attention
• Angry if they are asked to assume more household chores than their sibling with a chronic health problem
• Guilty when they resent the additional responsibility they are tasked with
• Embarrassed or even angry when strangers stare at their brother or sister in a wheelchair, or when other children tease their sibling because he or she looks different