Based on the research data, which of these children being followed by a pediatric nurse has the highest risk of experiencing fatal abuse?
A child who is 8 years old and has appendicitis.
A child who is 11 years old and has a fractured humerus.
A child who is 2 years old and has cerebral palsy.
A child who is 5 years old and has varicella.
The Correct Answer is C
Rationale:
A. Appendicitis is a common condition and does not inherently increase the risk of fatal abuse.
B. A fractured humerus may be concerning but is not as high-risk for fatal abuse as younger children with significant disabilities.
C. A child with cerebral palsy, especially at a young age, is at higher risk of fatal abuse due to increased dependency and vulnerability.
D. Varicella (chickenpox) is a contagious disease but does not significantly increase the risk of fatal abuse.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
Rationale:
A. Asking if the client wants to press charges might be premature and could be intimidating, potentially making the client uncomfortable.
B. This question is relevant but may not directly address the immediate concern of the current situation.
C. While knowing the length of the relationship might provide some context, it does not directly address the potential issue of abuse.
D. Asking directly if the client is being abused is crucial for identifying potential abuse, especially when the partner is not present. This question provides an opportunity for the client to disclose any abuse they may be experiencing in a safer environment.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
Rationale:
A. While Intimate Partner Violence can involve various sexual orientations, it does not define the primary difference between it and human trafficking.
B. Sex trafficking involves significant violence and exploitation, contrary to this statement.
C. Victims of sex trafficking are indeed trafficked for profit, with their bodies exploited to generate revenue for the trafficker.
D. Victims of Intimate Partner Violence do experience a loss of control, but the key difference is that sex trafficking involves the commercial exploitation of victims.