A person comes into the emergency department with injuries consistent with abuse. In which order should the nurse complete the assessment of this person's injuries?
1. Paresthesia
2. Facial bruising
3. Limited joint mobility
4. Abdominal tenderness
5. Skin tenderness and scars
Correct Answer: 2, 5, 3, 4, 1
Victims of physical abuse may suffer a variety of injuries. During a head-to-toe assessment, the nurse may observe for indications of abuse, such as the following: Head; evidence of trauma from blows to the head, such as hematoma or facial bruises. Skin; swelling, tenderness or scars. Musculoskeletal system; fractures or evidence of previous fractures, particularly of the face, arms/legs, and ribs, or dislocated joints, especially in the shoulder when the victim is grabbed or pulled by the arm. Abdomen; intra-abdominal injuries. Neurological system; paresthesia.
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