Author Question: The nurse suspects that there is physical abuse present after visiting an older patient in her home. ... (Read 78 times)

charchew · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse suspects that there is physical abuse present after visiting an older patient in her home. She has been receiving care from her family for several months.

In recognition of the pattern of family violence, which of the following does the nurse know is true? a. Mental illness is a major cause of abuse.
b. Abuse is primarily seen in lower income families.
c. Spouses are the most frequent abusers.
d. Family members and family caregivers are the most frequent abusers of older adults.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of a nurse's use of the ethical principle of autonomy in a situation with a patient?

a. Learning how to do a procedure safely and effectively
b. Returning to speak to the patient at a mutually agreed time
c. Preparing the patient's room for comfort and privacy
d. Supporting the patient's decision to refuse therapy

jaykayy05 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D

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A Mental illness may increase the incidence of abuse within the family but is not the major cause of abuse.
B Abuse occurs across all social classes.
C Spouses are classified as family members, but the most frequent abusers of older adults are family members and family caregivers, and this includes all caregivers.
D Family members and family caregivers are the most frequent abusers of older adults. Caregiving can be stressful, causing a decline in the health of the caregiver and care receiver, and leading to the development of abusive relationships.

Answer to Question 2

D

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A Learning how to do a procedure safely and effectively demonstrates the nurse's application of the ethical principle of responsibility.
B Returning to speak to the patient at a mutually agreed time demonstrates the ethical principle of fidelity.
C Preparing the patient's room for comfort and privacy demonstrates the nurse's application of the ethical principle of responsibility.
D Following the ethical principle of autonomy, the nurse allows the patient to make decisions regarding care and then supports that decision.