Author Question: A child reports to the school nurse of being verbally bullied by an aggressive classmate. What is ... (Read 147 times)

audie · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A child reports to the school nurse of being verbally bullied by an aggressive classmate. What is the nurse's best first action?

a. Give notice to the chief administrator at the school regarding the events.
b. Encourage the victimized child to share feelings about the experience.
c. Encourage the victimized child to ignore the bullying behavior.
d. Discuss the events with the aggressive classmate.

Question 2

Assessment data for a 7-year-old reveals an inability to take turns, blurting out answers to questions before a question is complete, and frequently interrupting others' conversations. How should the nurse document these behaviors?

a. Disobedience
b. Hyperactivity
c. Impulsivity
d. Anxiety

gabrielle_lawrence · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The behaviors by the bullying child create emotional pain and present the risk for physical pain. The nurse should first listen to the child's complaints and validate the child for reporting the events. Later, school authorities should be notified. School administrators are the most appropriate personnel to deal with the bullying child. The behavior should not be ignored; it will only get worse.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
These behaviors are most directly related to impulsivity. Hyperactive behaviors are more physical in nature, such as running, pushing, and the inability to sit. Inattention is demonstrated by failure to listen. Defiance is demonstrated by willfully doing what an authority figure has said not to do.