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Awilson837

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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



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Answer to Question 1

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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

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Fractures that disturb the epiphyseal plate can affect bone growth.





 

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