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Showing 20 questions, Sign in for moreA nurse is assessing a child who is suspected of being physically abused by his father. Which of the following findings should the nurse report as possible indicators of abuse? (Select all that apply.)
A nurse is providing education to a group of parents about preventing child sexual abuse. Which of the following statements should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
A nurse is interviewing a child who is suspected of being emotionally abused by his mother. Which of the following statements by the child should alert the nurse to possible abuse?
A nurse is caring for a child who has been neglected by his parents. The nurse notices that the child is malnourished, dirty, and withdrawn. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate to establish rapport with the child?
A nurse is reviewing the legal and ethical aspects of reporting child abuse and neglect. Which of the following statements is true?
A nurse is conducting a physical examination on a 4-year-old girl who was brought to the emergency department by her mother. The mother states that she found blood on her daughter's underwear and suspects that her boyfriend might have sexually abused her. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
A nurse is caring for an 8-year-old boy who has been neglected by his father. The nurse observes that the boy is underweight, has poor hygiene, and shows signs of developmental delay. Which of the following nursing diagnoses is most appropriate for this child?
A nurse is reviewing the signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect with a group of nursing students. The nurse explains that physical signs of maltreatment may include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
A nurse is working in a pediatric clinic and suspects that a 6-year-old girl who comes for a routine check-up is being emotionally abused by her mother. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
A nurse is interviewing a 10-year-old boy who has been sexually abused by his uncle. The boy is reluctant to talk about his experience and says that he feels ashamed and guilty. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate to encourage communication?
A nurse is caring for a 12-year-old girl who has been physically abused by her father. The nurse notices that the girl has multiple bruises and fractures in various stages of healing. The girl says that she loves her father and does not want to be separated from him. Which of the following statements by the nurse is appropriate to address the girl's feelings?
A nurse is reviewing the legal and ethical aspects of reporting child abuse and neglect with a group of nursing students. The nurse explains that the legal obligation of the nurse to report child abuse and neglect is based on which of the following?
A nurse is assessing a 3-year-old boy who was brought to the emergency department by his grandmother. The grandmother states that she noticed some bruises on his back when she was bathing him. She says that she does not know how he got them, but she suspects that his mother's boyfriend might have hit him. The nurse observes several linear bruises on his lower back that are consistent with belt marks. Which of the following questions should the nurse ask the boy?
A nurse is caring for a 5-year-old girl who has been emotionally abused by her father. The nurse observes that the girl is withdrawn, fearful, and insecure. The nurse plans to implement interventions that will help the girl cope with her trauma and improve her self-esteem. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
A nurse is working in a school health clinic and suspects that a 9-year-old boy who comes for a routine physical examination is being neglected by his parents. The nurse notices that the boy is wearing dirty and torn clothes, has poor hygiene, and appears hungry and tired. The boy says that his parents are always busy and do not have time for him. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
A nurse is assessing a child who is suspected of being physically abused by his father. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the child protective services as a possible indicator of abuse?
A nurse is providing education to a group of parents about the risk factors and consequences of child abuse and neglect. Which of the following statements should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
A nurse is interviewing a child who is suspected of being sexually abused by his uncle. The nurse notices that the child is avoiding eye contact, fidgeting with his hands, and giving vague answers. Which of the following statements should the nurse make to encourage the child to talk?
A nurse is caring for a child who has been admitted to the hospital for severe malnutrition due to neglect by his mother. The nurse observes that the mother is rarely present at the bedside and shows little interest in the child's condition or treatment. Which of the following statements should the nurse make to the mother when she visits?
A nurse is reviewing the legal and ethical obligations of reporting suspected or confirmed cases of child abuse and neglect. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the review?
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