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2125004343 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

For what non-accidental injuries in children should nurses assess when looking for signs of physical abuse? (Select all that apply.)

1. Fractures and bruises
2. Spinal injuries
3. Burns
4. Near drowning
5. Head injuries

Question 2

What assessment finding indicates that a client is a victim of shaken baby syndrome?

1. Fractures of the long bones
2. Retinal hemorrhages
3. Abrasions
4. Burns

polinasid · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5

The most common types of physical abuse are burns, bruises, fractures, abdominal injuries, and head or spinal injuries. The location and pattern of these injuries help to determine the likelihood of abuse. Near drowning is an accidental injury and has not been identified as one of the most common types of physical abuse of children.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2

Subdural and retinal hemorrhages accompanied by the absence of external signs of trauma are hallmarks of shaken baby syndrome.