Several Children Are Seen in the Emergency Department for Treatment

question 10

Multiple Choice

Several children are seen in the emergency department for treatment of various illnesses and injuries. Which assessment finding would create the most suspicion for child abuse? The child who has

• A) complaints of abdominal pain.
• B) repeated middle ear infections.
• C) bruises on extremities.
• D) diarrhea.

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Definitions:

Seeking

The process of actively looking for or attempting to obtain something, such as information, resources, or fulfillment.

Apologizing

The act of expressing regret or sorry for one's actions or words, often used as a means to mend or maintain social relationships.

Guilty

A legal term denoting that someone has been found responsible for committing a crime or offense, or a feeling of having done wrong or committed a misdemeanor.

Acquaintances

Individuals known by someone, but usually not close friends.