Child maltreatment, sibling violence, bullying, elder abuse, hate crimes and war/combat violence are types of?

Hypoxia is a medical condition characterized by a lack of oxygen in the body's tissues, which can occur due to a variety of reasons, such as respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, or other serious medical conditions. Cyanosis occurs when the oxygen saturation level in the blood falls below 85%, which causes a bluish color to appear on the skin, especially on the lips and fingertips. Therefore, if a nurse observes cyanosis in a patient's lips, it is a significant sign of hypoxia, and the patient requires immediate medical attention.

Nurses are mandated reporters, meaning they are legally required to report any suspected or confirmed cases of child, elder, or vulnerable adult abuse or neglect to the appropriate authorities, such as child protective services or adult protective services. This duty applies regardless of whether the abuse or neglect was disclosed by the victim or observed by the nurse.

While nurses may choose to involve family members or refer the individual to social services, these actions do not replace the legal obligation to report abuse or neglect. Failure to report can result in legal and professional consequences for the nurse.