Identification and management of factitious disorder by proxy

Megan Ivana Dye; Dawn Rondeau; Virginia Guido; Anne Mason; Randi O'Brien

doi:10.1016/j.nurpra.2013.04.006

Identification and management of factitious disorder by proxy

Megan Ivana Dye, Dawn Rondeau, Virginia Guido, Anne Mason, Randi O'Brien

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Abstract

This paper presents a literature review of current research on factitious disorder by proxy (FDP). It identifies common symptoms and management techniques of both the child and caregiver in hopes of aiding primary care practitioners to better recognize the diagnosis and implement treatment. FDP is a subtle and dangerous form of child abuse that can cause significant morbidity and mortality. Knowledge of common symptoms displayed by the child and caregiver can assist in immediate legal and medical intercession, as well as initiation of treatment for all parties involved.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	435-442
Number of pages	8
Journal	Journal for Nurse Practitioners
Volume	9
Issue number	7
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nurpra.2013.04.006
State	Published - Jul 2013
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Factitious disorder by proxy
Identification
Management

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Advanced and Specialized Nursing

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