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Gessell Rodriguez
on Oct 12, 2024
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A school nurse recognizes a belt buckle-shaped ecchymosis on a 7-year-old student.When privately asked about how the injury occurred,the student described falling on the playground.Upon suspecting abuse,the school nurse's best next action is which of the following?
A) Interviewing the patient in the presence of his or her teacher.
B) Ignoring the findings because child abuse is a declining problem.
C) Realizing that abuse victims usually report abusive situations.
D) Contacting Social Services and reporting suspected abuse.
Belt Buckle-Shaped Ecchymosis
Bruising or a contusion with a shape or pattern resembling a belt buckle, often indicative of a specific type of injury or trauma.
Social Services
Public services provided by government, NGOs, or private organizations to support well-being and meet the social needs of communities.
Suspected Abuse
Situations in which there are reasons to believe an individual may be experiencing harmful treatment, such as physical, sexual, or emotional maltreatment.
- Assess and recognize signs of physical abuse and appropriate nursing responses.
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Learning Objectives
- Assess and recognize signs of physical abuse and appropriate nursing responses.