Which patient's physical assessment finding of a school-age child should the nurse question as a potential indication of abuse?
A) A thin, tall appearance
B) A scald burn on the chest
C) A maculopapular rash on the buttocks
D) Linear abrasions on his ankles and wrists
D
Feedback:
Abrasions or ecchymotic areas on the wrists or ankles may be present if the child was tied to a bed or against a wall. Being thin and tall is not an indication of abuse. A scald burn on the chest could have occurred while eating a meal at home. A rash on the buttocks is not an indication of physical abuse.
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