Munchausen syndrome by proxy occurs when a person falsifies illness in their child. The pediatric nurse who is admitting a preschooler with this potential diagnosis understands that this is the most difficult form of child abuse to diagnose
Is this statement true or false? Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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This is correct. The most common reasons these caretakers give for seeking treatment for
the child include: bleeding, seizures, central nervous system depression, apnea, vomiting,
diarrhea, fever, and rash. The parent's behavior reflects a serious psychiatric disturbance
that requires both psychiatric treatment and removal of the child from their care.
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A) increase the level of endorphins. B) increase the level of insulin. C) decrease the level of insulin. D) decrease the level of cortisol.
If a male child was born with Klinefelter syndrome, as the child matures and becomes an adolescent, the nurse will assess the child for which of the following clinical manifestations listed below? Select all that apply
A) Enlarged breast tissue B) Sparse facial and pubic hair C) Tall stature out of proportion D) Severe mental retardation E) Higher than average linguistic skills
New nursing graduates may assist in implementing change by:
A) Developing policies for staff evaluation and promotion B) Maintaining current status of client data C) Using procedures suggested by the hospital D) Ignoring quality improvement issues
The nurse researcher has traveled across country to a library that holds historical documents significant to the study topic. What should the researcher do first?
1. Find a good study table to use while working. 2. Walk around the library, looking for the documents. 3. Consult with one of the librarians. 4. Look for the library's card catalog.