After receiving a report from a teacher regarding a student who was previously outgoing and doing well in the classroom but is now appearing withdrawn, the nurse assesses the student. The nurse becomes aware that there is a possibility that abuse is happening in the home and notifies the appropriate agencies. In this example, the nurse is:

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1. Referral in the presence of an identified problem is helping to resolve a health problem. The student that has a dramatic change in appearance and classroom behavior warrants further investigation and appropriate referrals for help, which is done in this situation. The nurse is not refusing to become involved in a domestic situation, as is evident in the referral that was made. The nurse is acting within the scope of practice and is legally obligated to report conditions that can threaten the health and safety of the student. The nurse remains obligated to help the student in this situation.

After Receiving a Report from a Teacher Regarding a Student