This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: A troubled parent asks the home health nurse when discipline can be understood by the infant. The ... (Read 55 times)

Awilson837

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 509
A troubled parent asks the home health nurse when discipline can be understood by the infant. The nurse bases the answer on the fact that:
 
  a. Slapping the hands of a 2-month-old will keep the child from putting things in the mouth
  b. Giving a time out in a crib with the bedroom door closed will keep a 6-month-old from crying for attention
  c. A mild spanking will stop a 5-month-old from trying to hold on to the bottle
  d. A firm NO will stop a 9-month-old from pulling on a tablecloth

Question 2

The nurse is concerned about the fracture across the epiphyseal plate of a 9-year-old child because such a fracture could:
 
  a. Interfere with bone growth
  b. Progress into osteomyelitis
  c. Cause a mis-union of the bone ends
  d. Lead to a long recovery period



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

akpaschal

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 342
Answer to Question 1

D
Using a harsh voice when saying NO will deter a 9-month-old from getting into harm's way. Corporal punishment is not understood by younger children and may damage the development of trust.

Answer to Question 2

A
Fractures that disturb the epiphyseal plate can affect bone growth.





 

Did you know?

According to the CDC, approximately 31.7% of the U.S. population has high low-density lipoprotein (LDL) or "bad cholesterol" levels.

Did you know?

Earwax has antimicrobial properties that reduce the viability of bacteria and fungus in the human ear.

Did you know?

It is difficult to obtain enough calcium without consuming milk or other dairy foods.

Did you know?

Calcitonin is a naturally occurring hormone. In women who are at least 5 years beyond menopause, it slows bone loss and increases spinal bone density.

Did you know?

A serious new warning has been established for pregnant women against taking ACE inhibitors during pregnancy. In the study, the risk of major birth defects in children whose mothers took ACE inhibitors during the first trimester was nearly three times higher than in children whose mothers didn't take ACE inhibitors. Physicians can prescribe alternative medications for pregnant women who have symptoms of high blood pressure.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library