Family Stress
A nurse suspects a child is being abused but has no proof. What should the nurse do?
A. Wait for more evidence before reporting
B. Ask the parents directly
C. Report it-nurses are mandatory reporters
D. Document and reassess next visit
C. Report it- nurses are mandatory reporters
What becomes more porous and stiff with age, increasing risk of osteoporosis
Bones!
What are the signs of menopause?
Mention at least three
irregular menstrual cycle, flow changes, excess fluid retention, breast tenderness, hot flashes, palpitations, night sweats, irritability or mood swings
Which age group has the HIGHEST rate of abuse victimization?
A. School-age children (6-12)
B. Teenagers (13-17)
C. Infants under 1 year
D. Toddlers (1-3)
C. Infants under 1 year
What hormone related change causes sexual activity to decrease with age in males
What are the benefits and risks of hormone replacement ?
it helps reduce osteoporosis, risk for atherosclerosis and heart disease, HR also thought to increase the risks of stroke, endometrial cancer, and breast disease, and high blood pressure
Which of the following are appropriate nursing interventions when a child shows signs of stress after divorce? (SAT)
A. Reassure the child the divorce is not their fault
B. Encourage the child to keep feelings to themselves
C. Validate child’s uneasy feelings as normal
D. Prepare the child ahead of time for upcoming changes
E. Recommend professional help if needed
F. Encourage the child to express their feelings openly
(A, C, D, E, F)
A. Reassure the child the divorce is not their fault
C. Validate child’s uneasy feelings as normal
D. Prepare the child ahead of time for upcoming changes
E. Recommend professional help if needed
F. Encourage the child to express their feelings openly
Older adults often need to use the bathroom more because this organ loses elasticity
Bladder
Mention evidence of male climacteric (at least 3)
Decreased libido, loss of body hair, and delayed erection
Which of the following are risk factors for child abuse? (SAT)
A. Financial stability
B. Social isolation
C. History of family violence
D. Immature and punitive parenting style
E. Lack of self control
F. Strong community support system
B, C, D, E
What organ gets smaller with age, affecting how well nutrients are absorbed?
Liver
Many grandparents follow a “norm of noninterference”, mean they:
A. Discipline grandchildren frequently
B. Avoid involvement in childrearing decisions
C. Raise their grandchildren full time
D. Refuse contact with family members
B. Avoid involvement in childrearing decisions
Which of the following are common signs of stress in children? (SAT)
A. Mood swings
B. Increased appetite only
C. BedwettingD. Thumb-sucking
E. Return to earlier developmental behaviors
F. Excessive clinging to parents
A, C, D, E, F
This system gets weaker with age, making infections more common
Immune system
According to the book, what factors affect sleep? SATA
A. Change in hormone levels
B. Smoking
3. External stressors
4. Lack of exercise5. Change in circadian rhythm
A C É