Free NCLEX RN Exam Practice Questions Practice Question
A 20-year-old single parent brings her 3-year-old son into the emergency department because he 'fell.' The child has bruises on his face, arms, and legs; his mother says that she did not witness the fall. The nurse suspects child abuse. While examining the child, the mother says, 'Sometimes I guess I'm pretty rough with him. I'm alone, and I just don't know how to manage him.' The nurse should ask the mother if she would find it helpful to have a referral to:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A parenting education program would provide the mother with skills to manage her child's behavior appropriately, addressing potential abuse triggers and improving parenting techniques.
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