The nurse clarifies that child abuse and neglect are complicated and preventable problems falling under the broader term of child:

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


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

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You are caring for a patient diagnosed with Ebola virus. What would it be important for you to monitor closely?

A) Airway B) ABGs C) Pain response D) Level of consciousness

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Several nurses are looking for an agency to sponsor a program that would meet the needs of a community group lacking in health promotion education. Which agency should the nurse approach to fill this need?

1. State health department 2. Local health department 3. Local hospital 4. Federal government

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The primary role of the nurse practitioner in emergency departments is usually to

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