When assessing a child for an upper extremity fracture, the nurse should know that these fractures most often result from
a. Automobile accidents
b. Falls
c. Physical abuse
d. Sports injuries
B
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A Automobile accidents result in fractures to any bones. Frequently, the femur is
broken.
B The major cause of children's fractures is falls. Because of the protection
reflexes, the outstretched arm often receives the full force of the fall.
C Physical abuse may result in fractures to any bone.
D Sports injuries may result in fractures to any bone.
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