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dmcintosh · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

An 18-month-old was brought to the emergency department by her mother, who states, I think she broke her arm. The child is sent for a radiograph to confirm the fracture.

Additional assessment of the child leads the nurse to suspect possible child abuse. Which type of fracture would the radiograph most likely reveal?
A) Plastic deformity
B) Buckle fracture
C) Spiral fracture
D) Greenstick fracture

Question 2

The recommended diet for pregnancy differs from the recommended diet for lactation because:

a. a lactating woman requires more calories and protein.
b. a pregnant woman needs more calcium.
c. a lactating woman requires fewer vitamins.
d. a pregnant woman requires more iron and protein.

GCabra · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A
A lactating woman needs 200 calories and 5 g of protein per day more than the pregnant woman.