The nurse clarifies that child abuse and neglect are complicated and preventable problems falling under which broader term?

a. Child abandonment
b. Child mismanagement
c. Child maltreatment
d. Child torment


ANS: C
Child maltreatment is a broad term used to describe neglect and abuse of children.

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When responding to the client, which should the nurse take into consideration? A) This is a normal reaction by fathers that is seen in the second trimester of pregnancy. B) This is a normal reaction by fathers that is seen in the third trimester of pregnancy. C) This is a normal reaction by fathers that is seen in the first trimester of pregnancy. D) This is an atypical reaction of the father to pregnancy that should be further examined.

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A nurse is training for a new job at a community clinic after moving to Central California, an area rich in agriculture and migrant workers

The nurse asks about specific social and health issues that the migrant worker population faces and the nurse supervisor replies: Select all that apply. A. They have difficulty establishing residency in a single location, making them ineligible for government benefits. B. Most of them lack access to workers compensation or disability insurance. C. Frequent travel and location changes make it difficult for them to establish continuity of care with a single provider. D. Illegal immigration status is often a problem. E. Language is often a barrier.

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The behavioral approach explains

a. Who leaders are b. What competencies leaders possess c. Adjusting behavioral styles to fit employee needs d. Describing leader behaviors

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What is the pH of the blood under normal circumstances?

a. Slightly acidic b. Neutral c. Slightly alkaline

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