What safety precautions should a nurse teach a child with diminished sensation in the legs because of cerebral palsy?
ExplanationA. Individuals whose thermoreceptive senses are impaired are unable to detect changes or degrees of temperature. They must be taught to first test the temperature in any water-related activity to prevent scalding and burning.
B. Overtightening brace straps may lead to circulatory impairment and/or skin breakdown.
C. The child with cerebral palsy has uncontrolled movement of voluntary muscles and does not need to change positions at night to prevent skin breakdown.
D. This is dangerous because this action alters the center of gravity; with practice the child will be able to place the legs in the appropriate position for walking without looking down.
