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    Ati lpn mental health level 4 proctored exam II

    A nurse is caring for four clients at an urgent care center. Which of the following clients should the nurse suspect has been physically abused?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. A 6-year-old child who has a fracture of the tibia and fibula, which reportedly occurred while riding a bicycle: This injury is consistent with the developmental activities of a 6-year-old. B. A 9-month-old infant who sustained near drowning when he reportedly climbed into the tub and turned on the water. At 9 months, an infant does not have the developmental ability to climb into a tub and turn on the water, making this account suspicious. C. A 3-year-old toddler with scalding burns over the face and chest reportedly sustained when the child pulled on a tablecloth, spilling a cup of tea on himself: This explanation aligns with typical accidents in toddlers. D. A 14-month-old toddler who is reportedly learning to walk and has several bruises on bony prominences of the lower legs and elbows: These are common injuries in toddlers learning to walk.

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