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    ATI PN Paediatrics Nursing 2023 Proctored Exam

    A nurse in an urgent care clinic is collecting data from a group of clients. Which of the following findings should alert the nurse to the possibility of child maltreatment?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Bedwetting in a toilet-trained child can be a sign of emotional distress or trauma, which may indicate maltreatment and should be further investigated. B. Stranger anxiety is a normal developmental stage for an 8-month-old infant and does not suggest maltreatment. C. Bruises on the shins of an 18-month-old child are common due to normal toddler activity and do not necessarily indicate maltreatment. D. Separation anxiety, including kicking and screaming when a parent leaves, is typical behavior for a 2-year-old child and does not suggest maltreatment.

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