A nurse is caring for a 6-month-old baby in the pediatric unit. The baby has just returned from CT. The findings of the CT scan show a subdural hematoma
The baby also has bruising on the arms and legs. The nurse may conclude that this baby is suffering from what type of physical abuse?
A) Munchausen's syndrome by proxy
B) Neglect
C) Sexual abuse
D) Shaken baby syndrome
Ans: D
The physical findings related to shaken baby syndrome include bruising from being grabbed firmly and a major head injury such as a subdural hematoma. In Munchausen's syndrome by proxy, a parent fabricates an illness in his or her child in order to assume the sick person's role by proxy. Neglect is an act of omission and refers to a parent's or other person's failure to meet a dependent's basic needs. Sexual abuse is also known as sexual assault.
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