PEDS ATI CH1

Authoritarian Parenting Style

Strict rules and parenting

Think- Because I said so

Permissive parenting style

Few or no rules — think 'anything goes.'

Democratic (authoritative) parenting style

Rules explained with reasons — think 'guided freedom.'

Example of authoritarian rule?

Child is never allowed to watch TV on school nights — think 'no exceptions.'

Example of permissive parenting?

Child helps decide whether to watch TV — think 'child leads.'

Example of democratic parenting?

Child can watch 1 hour after chores — think 'earned freedom.'

Best overall parenting style?

Democratic or authoritative — think 'balance of love and limits.'

Family systems theory — key point?

Change in one member affects the whole family — think 'domino effect.'

Family stress theory — key point?

Stress is normal; families adapt — think 'bend, don’t break.'

Developmental theory — key point?

Families change in stages — think 'life cycle of growth.'

Characteristics of family-centered care?

Support, collaboration, and respect — think 'team with family.'

Goal of family-centered care?

Empower and involve family in care — think 'family = partners.'

Role of parents in care?

Primary decision-makers and caregivers — think 'first teachers.'

Nurse’s role in family care?

Support, educate, advocate — think 'guide, don’t dictate.'

Dictatorial or authoritarian parents — behavior toward child?

Control behaviors via strict rules — think 'obey first.'

Permissive parents — behavior toward child?

Little control, child sets limits — think 'free spirit.'

Democratic parents — behavior toward child?

Set rules with explanation — think 'fair and firm.'

Impact of authoritarian parenting?

Child often shy or passive — think 'quiet rule follower.'

Impact of permissive parenting?

Child may lack self-control — think 'no limits learned.'

Impact of democratic parenting?

Child self-reliant and responsible — think 'confident balance.'

Cultural influences on family care?

Affect beliefs about health, illness, and parenting — think 'respect diversity.'

Family as system — key concept?

Each part influences the others — think 'chain reaction.'

How do nurses promote family involvement?

Encourage participation in care and decisions — think 'shared voice.'

Important communication skill with families?

Active listening and empathy — think 'hear, don’t just talk.'

Example of family-centered nursing?

Inviting parents to assist in procedures — think 'teamwork in action.'

Effective parenting involves?

Consistency, communication, and support — think 'three Cs.'

When family conflict arises, nurse should?

Encourage open dialogue — think 'bridge not wall.'

Common family stressors?

Illness, finances, work-life balance — think 'pressure points.'

Nursing intervention for stressed family?

Provide resources and reassurance — think 'help them breathe.'

How to build trust with families?

Be honest and consistent — think 'say it, do it.'

Importance of explaining procedures?

Reduces fear and promotes cooperation — think 'knowledge calms.'

Family as client concept?

Treat family as a whole unit — think 'one care circle.'

How to include siblings in care?

Give age-appropriate information — think 'keep everyone in loop.'

Family-centered communication style?

Respectful, inclusive, nonjudgmental — think 'open circle.'

Family development influenced by?

Cultural, social, and economic factors — think 'context counts.'

Authoritarian parent likely says?

'Because I said so.' — think 'no discussion.'

Democratic parent likely says?

'You can watch TV after homework.' — think 'clear cause-effect.'

Permissive parent likely says?

'Do what makes you happy.' — think 'freedom first.'

Core goal of pediatric nursing care?

Support child AND family — think 'care for the unit, not just one.'