When the emergency room physician refuses to report a suspected ...

[V@ndy87]

When the emergency room physician refuses to report a suspected child abuse case, the nurse should:
 
  a. Notify hospital authorities
  b. Report it
  c. Notify the hospital chaplain
  d. Call the police

Question 2

The nurse is aware that the risk factors for the development of congenital heart disease include: (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Family history of congenital heart disease or genetic disorders.
   2. Exposure to alcohol, cocaine, or phenytoin.
   3. Exposure to teratogens.
   4. Weight at birth.
   5. Infants of diabetic mothers.

[Silverbeard98]

Answer to Question 1

B
Although the doctor should have reported it, most states accept reports from any professional who has contact with children.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 3, 5
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2. A family history of CHD or genetic defects significantly increases the chances of an infant being born with a CHD.
1. Alcohol, cocaine, or other drugs act as teratogens to the developing fetus.
2. A teratogen results in congenital defects, including heart disease.
3. Weight at birth has no influence on the development of CHD.
4. Infants of diabetic mothers have a higher incidence of developing CHD.