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Do hunger strikes work against parents?
Separation of a parent/guardian from his/her child(ren) will never be used as a threat to discourage hunger strikes. Medical staff will monitor the health of any resident on a hunger strike.
How does it feel to hunger strike?
Hunger pangs don’t last The body also loses fat and muscle mass. After two weeks, people on a hunger strike may have difficulty standing; they can also suffer from severe dizziness, sluggishness, weakness, loss of coordination, low heart rate and a chilled feeling.
Should you force teenager to eat?
Never try to force a child to eat. Neither by force nor by persuasion, coaching, bribing, distraction or any other method. If parents don’t force their children, usually children have, in the end, similar preferences. If parents try to force-feed their children, usually children in the end hate that food.
What happens to the body on a hunger strike?
What Does A Hunger Strike Do To The Human Body? Long-term refusal of food affects most organs and systems in the human body. Such behavior causes muscle weakness, vulnerability to infections, psychological problems, and, eventually, organ failure.
How long does a hunger strike last?
It is estimated that if a protester is healthy before going on a hunger strike, and continues to receive fluids, he or she is at risk of dying from malnutrition after six to eight weeks. However, a protester can die much sooner — after three weeks if they’re seriously ill.
When to have a baseline health evaluation after a hunger strike?
Inmates who are otherwise healthy still need to have a baseline health evaluation but it can take place anytime within 72 hours to 7 days after notification of hunger strike. The baseline evaluation should include: Interview to determine what the inmate is refusing and the reason for refusal.
What resources are available for nursing care of patients while on hunger strike?
Additional resources for nursing care of patients while on hunger strike include: Oregon Department of Corrections Policy and Procedure P-G-05.1 Management of Inmate Hunger Strikes available at http://www.oregon.gov/doc/OPS/HESVC/docs/policies_procedures/Section_G/PG05.1\%20Management\%20of\%20Inmate\%20Hunger\%20Strikes\%202012.pdf
How long do hunger pangs last during a hunger strike?
At the beginning of a fast or hunger strike, hunger pangs usually disappear after two or three days, according to a document on mass hunger strikes from the California Correctional Health Care Services.
What should I do if an inmate goes on hunger strike?
Inmates who are otherwise healthy still need to have a baseline health evaluation but it can take place anytime within 72 hours to 7 days after notification of hunger strike. The baseline evaluation should include: Interview to determine what the inmate is refusing and the reason for refusal. Recommended questions to ask are: