The priority nursing goal when working with an autistic child is:
A . To establish trust with the child
B . To maintain communication with the family
C . To promote involvement in school activities
D . To maintain nutritional requirements
Answer: A
Explanation:
(A) The priority nursing goal when working with an autistic child is establishing a trusting relationship.
(B) Maintaining a relationship with the family is important but having the trust of the child is a priority.
(C) To promote involvement in school activities is inappropriate for a child who is autistic.
(D) Maintaining nutritional requirements is not the primary problem of the autistic child.