A child comes to the clinic with bruises that are yellow-brown and fading. Based on the characteristics of these bruises, how old is the injury?
a. 3 days c. 6 days
b. 4 days d. over 1 week
D
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A Incorrect: A bruise that occurred 3 to 5 days ago will be yellowish-green to brown.
B Incorrect: A bruise that occurred 3 to 5 days ago will be yellowish-green to brown.
C Incorrect: A bruise that occurred 6 days ago will be yellow-fading.
D Correct: A bruise that is yellow-brown and fading indicates an injury over 1 week old.
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