Grandparent - Describe the role for the grandparent

Grandparent Paper

Objectives:

Upon completion of this paper, the student will be able to:

1. Describe the role for the grandparent or aged person within the family.

2. Describe the role and function of the grandparent within the family of various cultures.

3. Identify nursing interventions with grandparents regarding possible hospitalization of children.

4. Identify contributions by the grandparent or other aged person, to the care of children in hospitals, schools, and the community.

5. Use APA format and utilize at least two references.

6. 19/25 points required to pass.

7. Submit the paper to the instructor by the 2nd week.

Instructions:

Answer each question (in order) in paragraph form using APA format.

1. Describe the role of the grandparent or aged person within the family, regarding discipline, reward/nurturing, folklore of the culture, traditions, and other child-rearing issues. (in-text citation)

(5 points)

2. Describe the roles and functions of the grandparent within a selected culture, or your own culture. (in-text citation) (5 points)

3. Review your own grandparents’ relationship with you and your family. Briefly state one positive and one negative example of their interactions with you. What changes will you make with your grandchildren? (5 points)

4. Identify nursing interventions with grandparents regarding preparation for procedures and caring for the hospitalized child. (5 points)

5. Describe contributions of the aged person toward enrichment of children’s well-being in the hospital, at school, and in the community. (5 points)