The nurse is assisting with a physical examination on a child who has been admitted with a diagnosis of possible child abuse.
Which finding should alert the nurse to the possibility that the child may have been abused?
A) The child has a fractured bone
B) The child has bruises on the knees and elbows
C) The child is hyperactive and angry
D) The child has a burn that has not been treated
Question 2
When caring for a child who has been admitted after being sexually abused, which intervention should be included in the child's plan of care?
A) Observe for enuresis
B) Weigh on the same scale each day
C) Encourage frequent family visits
D) Test the urine for glucose upon admission
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