Asked by Hadeel migdadi on Sep 28, 2024

The nurse is presenting an educational session on safety for parents of adolescents. Which information will the nurse include in the teaching session?

A) Increased aggressiveness and blood spots on clothing may indicate substance abuse.
B) Increased aggressiveness is an environmental clue that may indicate an adolescent is abusing.
C) Adolescents need information about the effects of uncoordination on accidents.
D) Adolescents need to be reminded to use seat belts primarily on long trips.

Increased Aggressiveness

A noticeable escalation in forceful, possibly hostile, behaviors or attitudes toward others.

Substance Abuse

The harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs, leading to addiction or dependency.

Blood Spots

Small areas of bleeding under the skin, often appearing as red or purple spots, also known as petechiae.

  • Implement patient education on safety to prevent accidental injury or poisoning.