You are transporting a 5-year-old child who you believe may have been abused. The child withdraws in fear whenever you attempt to touch him. Which of the following may help when trying to assess and care for this child?

A) Giving the child a stuffed toy to hold
B) Playing music in the back of the ambulance
C) Avoiding eye contact and trying to not touch the child
D) Talking to the child as if he were much younger, as abused children often regress


A

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