Asked by Allana Kielas on Jun 22, 2024
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The second-year nursing student is in a pediatric clinical rotation in the emergency department.While working one day,a 6-year-old child and mother arrive.The student notices bruises on the child and the mother seems to avoid answering any questions related to the bruises.The most appropriate action by the student is to:
A) Contact a child abuse hotline
B) Notify the physician
C) Notify her instructor
D) Continue to ask the mother more questions
Pediatric Clinical Rotation
A period of medical training focused on the care of infants, children, and adolescents, undertaken by medical students or residents.
Child Abuse
Any action or failure to act by a caregiver or another person that results in harm, potential for harm, or threat of harm to a child.
Emergency Department
The section of a hospital responsible for the immediate treatment of acute illnesses and injuries.
- Understand the nurse's role in child abuse recognition and mandatory reporting procedures.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the nurse's role in child abuse recognition and mandatory reporting procedures.
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