Child Abuse Assessment and Intervention

Easy Coping And Adaptation Abuse And Neglect

A nurse is assessing a 10-year-old child who has been frequently absent from school, displaying signs of anxiety and withdrawal. During the assessment, the child reports feeling sad and mentions that they don’t feel safe at home because of frequent yelling and physical punishment from a parent. The nurse suspects possible abuse and must decide how to best support the child.

Which action is the most appropriate initial nursing intervention to promote coping and ensure the child’s safety?

Inform the child that yelling is a normal part of family life.

Encourage the child to talk about their feelings and assure them it's okay to do so.

Suggest the child avoid conflict with the parent to stay safe.

Advise the child to confront the parent about their behavior.

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