After Receiving a Report from a Teacher Regarding a Student

question 2

Multiple Choice

After receiving a report from a teacher regarding a student who was previously outgoing and doing well in the classroom but is now appearing withdrawn, the nurse assesses the student. The nurse becomes aware that there is a possibility that abuse is happening in the home and notifies the appropriate agencies. In this example, the nurse is:

• A) Making an appropriate referral to ensure the health and safety of the student.
• B) Refusing to become involved in a domestic affair.
• C) Acting outside of the scope of practice.
• D) Releasing any further obligation to the student.

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Definitions:

Allocaregivers

are individuals, aside from the parents, who provide care and nurturing to children, playing a significant role in the child’s development.

Insecure Attachment Patterns

Behaviors exhibited by individuals who have experienced inconsistent or unresponsive caregiving, leading to difficulties in forming stable relationships.

Competitive Sibling Relationships

Dynamics within sibling relationships characterized by rivalry and competition for resources or parental attention.

Emotional Development

The process through which individuals become aware of, express, and manage their emotions.