Which assessment finding is most indicative of client abuse? (Select all that apply.)
1. Indications of client fearfulness
2. Hesitancy to report health status
3. Trauma inconsistent with the cause
4. Domination of partner in an interview
1, 2, 3, 4
1, 2, 3, and 4. Client indications of fear are the most comprehensive displays of client abuse and include client hesitancy to report injuries, trauma inconsistent with the cause stated, and allowing partner, parent, or guardian to control the interview.
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