Child Maltreatment Treatments and Theories
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Child Maltreatment Treatments and Theories

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What is the treatment for lead levels between 10-20 µg/100ml?

  • Succimer
  • Dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA) (correct)
  • Edetate calcium disodium (CaEDTA)
  • Dimercaprol (BAL)
  • Which treatment is not recommended for patients with peanuts allergy or G6PD deficiency?

  • Dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA)
  • Edetate calcium disodium (CaEDTA)
  • Dimercaprol (BAL) (correct)
  • Succimer
  • What are the two levels of professionals mandated by law to report child maltreatment?

  • Mandatory and Optional Reporters (correct)
  • Compulsory and Voluntary Reporters
  • Primary and Secondary Reporters
  • Core and Non-Core Reporters
  • Which theory of child maltreatment involves a parent viewing the child as different?

    <p>Special Child Theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of parents with a history of mental illness are more likely to maltreat their children according to the text?

    <p>10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended emergency management for poisoning at home?

    <p>Calling the National Poison Control Center</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are common symptoms of Acetaminophen poisoning in children?

    <p>Anorexia, nausea, and vomiting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In caustic poisoning, which part of the body can be affected by ingestion of strong alkali substances?

    <p>Gastrointestinal tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the antidote for Acetaminophen poisoning?

    <p>Acetylcysteine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of administering activated charcoal in cases of poisoning?

    <p>To neutralize the poison in the stomach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When assessing a child for caustic poisoning, what symptom might indicate damage in the mouth and throat?

    <p>Pain in mouth and throat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the immediate effects of iron poisoning in children?

    <p>Abdominal pain and diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does lead poisoning affect the kidneys?

    <p>Causes kidney destruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial symptom of oral edema and inability to swallow in caustic poisoning?

    <p>Vomiting blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended therapeutic management for iron poisoning?

    <p>Administer IV or IM Deferoxamine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is indicative of lead poisoning when assessing a child?

    <p>Blood level of lead &gt;5µg/dl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be avoided in the therapeutic management of caustic poisoning?

    <p>Activated charcoal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended emergency management for moderate burns?

    <p>Debride broken blisters and monitor airway obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should the healthcare provider ask where the fire happened in burn cases?

    <p>To understand if the victim was in an enclosed space or open area during the fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of burns typically involve broken blisters that may need debridement?

    <p>Moderate burns with application of Silver sulfadiazine-Silvadene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of fluid therapy in severe burns management?

    <p>Address hypovolemia resulting from capillary permeability increase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should dressing be changed for minor burns according to the emergency management guidelines?

    <p>Every 2 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of burn injury is associated with hypoproteinemia, hyponatremia, and hyperkalemia due to fluid shifts?

    <p>Severe burns requiring fluid therapy and systemic antibiotic therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main indicator of physical abuse according to the text?

    <p>Chunks of hair pulled off the scalp</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which behavior is considered a form of psychological maltreatment?

    <p>Constant belittling and exploiting a child</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main indicator of shaken baby syndrome?

    <p>Edema of brainstem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should be taken to implement child maltreatment protection?

    <p>Make sure the child is free from further harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which syndrome refers to a parent repeatedly bringing a child to the health care facility with false reports of symptoms?

    <p>Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indicator of sexual maltreatment mentioned in the text?

    <p>Gross evidence of trauma in genitalia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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