Author Question: The nurse discussing some of the causative factors in child abuse lists the characteristics of ... (Read 59 times)

HudsonKB16 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse discussing some of the causative factors in child abuse lists the characteristics of abusive parents, which include that the parents: (Select all that apply.)

a. Were abused
b. Have unrealistic expectations of the child
c. Have a low self-esteem
d. Seek frequent medical help for the child
e. Want to hurt the child

Question 2

Important discharge teaching for a 4-year-old boy who had a tympanostomy procedure done would include:

1. The tubes usually fall out spontaneously within a year.
2. Draining of purulent fluid after two days, then return for a follow-up.
3. Placing waterproof ear plugs in the ears when swimming.
4. All of the above should be included in the discharge teaching.

lorealeza77 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, C
Abusers frequently are found to have been abused themselves, have unrealistic expectations of a child, and have a low self-esteem, especially regarding their role as a parent. Abusers frequently delay seeking medical attention for the child, and most do not really want to hurt the child.

Answer to Question 2

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1. Because of the rapid growth of children, the tubes usually last approximately one year.
2. Purulent fluid is a sign of infection.
3. Preventing water from entering the tubes will help decrease the chance of infection.
4. Because of the rapid growth of children, the tubes usually last approximately one year. Purulent fluid is a sign of infection. Preventing water from entering the tubes will help decrease the chance for infection.