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    ATI PN Nursing Care of Children with NGN 2020 Proctored Exam

    A nurse in a well-child clinic is collecting data from four clients. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider as a potential indication of child maltreatment?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A history of frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs) is a sign of child maltreatment. It may indicate sexual abuse, which can introduce bacteria into the urinary tract. Sexual abuse may also cause genital or anal trauma, sexually transmitted infections, or pregnancy1. UTIs are uncommon in children, especially in boys. The normal frequency of UTIs in children is around 1 in 10 girls and 1 in 30 boys by the age of 16 years

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