Background
Foster care prior to 20th Century
Orphanage's, intuitional systems
As a nurse who could you refer a client to for emotional support?
Therapist or Support Groups
How can personal bias affect care of a patient?
It can affect the patient outcome by influencing care decisions and overall quality care provided.
What are possible contributing factors to Billy's behaviors?
Being separated from his brother
Untreated/undiagnosed ADHD
Unstable housing situation
Unstable adult presence in his life
What happens after 72 hours of the child being removed?
Will be placed into the foster care system
Who is responsible for welfare checks and monitoring the environment the child is in
Social worker
What is an example of a nurse crossing a personal boundary?
Completing hands on care without consent
What are potential signs of abuse?
Bruising, behavioral issues, being separated, depression symptoms, being placed in 9 different households.
Who is a Mandated Reporter
Coaches, Medical Professionals, Teachers, Police, Social Services, Child Care Providers, Corrections, Probational Services, and Clergy members (except for privileged information).
What type of pediatrician specializes in care of those with developmental delays?
Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician
What are 3 signs and symptoms of abuse?
Bruises, Burns, Broken limbs
Flinching
Withdrawn
Nightmares
Why were the boys placed in foster care?
Parents were found to have left the boys alone for days in a row, as well as having substance and alcohol use disorders.
PASS Stands for
Pause -
Analyze -
Self Reflect -
Support or Report -
Name one resource a foster family can use for support?
National Foster Parent Association
Foster Care to Success
Anoka County Meet Ups
How can a nurse ensure continuity of care for the patient?
Document thoroughly due to the risk of several care providers and inconsistent healthcare.
Factors that may create a more positive outcome for the brothers?
Stable housing, therapy services, medical services to diagnose and treat possible cognitive disorders, individualized attention and emotional support, allowed to be present in each other's lives.