A nurse is working with low-income disabled families who have young children. Which of the following considerations should be made by the nurse?
a. The children who are at greatest risk for abuse have physical disabilities.
b. The children who are at greatest risk for abuse have developmental delays.
c. The children who are at greatest risk for abuse have mental retardation.
d. The children who are at greatest risk for abuse have cognitive disabilities.
ANS: D
Children with cognitive disabilities under the age of six and from low-income families are at the highest risk for abuse or neglect. Children who have developmental delays, mental retardation, or physical disabilities are not at increased risk.
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