Child Life Flashcards

What kinds of reactions to hospitalization include screaming, kicking, and hitting?

Answer: overt reactions

Overt reactions are behaviors that are clearly visible and expressed externally. Screaming, kicking, and hitting are direct, observable manifestations of a child's distress or fear during hospitalization. These actions are not subtle or internal, making 'overt reactions' the most accurate description.

Which age range sees the onset of anesthesia and death fears

Answer: school agers

School-aged children (typically 6-12 years old) develop a more concrete understanding of bodily functions and the finality of death. This developmental stage often brings about fears related to anesthesia, loss of control, and the permanence of death. Younger children may have more magical thinking, while adolescents have a more adult understanding.

The study that relies on the observation of many age or developmental groups at one particular period in order to detect trends over the course of time

Answer: cross sectional

A cross-sectional study involves observing different age groups or developmental groups at a single point in time. This allows researchers to compare characteristics or trends across these groups simultaneously. In contrast, a longitudinal study follows the same group of individuals over an extended period.

These theorists are motivated by the unconscious and subconscious levels.

Answer: Freud

Sigmund Freud, the founder of psychoanalysis, emphasized the profound influence of unconscious and subconscious drives on human behavior and development. His theories, such as the id, ego, and superego, are rooted in the idea that hidden motivations and early experiences shape personality. Other theorists like Erikson and Kohlberg built upon or diverged from Freud's focus on the unconscious.

Nursing practice will be guided by general knowledge research.

Answer: clinical research

Clinical research directly investigates health and illness in human subjects, focusing on improving patient care and outcomes. Its findings are immediately applicable to nursing practice, guiding evidence-based interventions and decision-making. While other research types contribute to knowledge, clinical research is specifically designed to inform and improve healthcare delivery.

A person who thinks they will get sick if they touch things

Answer: contagion

Contagion refers to the belief that illness or misfortune can be spread through touch or proximity, even without a clear understanding of germ theory. A person who fears getting sick from touching things is exhibiting a concern related to this concept. This can be a common anxiety, particularly in healthcare settings.

Which of the following does not constitute a preparation element?

Answer: class advocacy

Preparation elements for children undergoing medical procedures typically include imparting information, establishing trusting relationships, and encouraging emotional expression. These actions directly help the child cope with the immediate healthcare experience. 'Class advocacy' is a broader concept related to advocating for a group or policy change, rather than a direct component of individual patient preparation.