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Pediatrics Abuse Neglect Set 2

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Which finding raises suspicion of child abuse?

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Pediatrics Abuse Neglect Set 2 Practice Questions

Review these Pediatrics Abuse Neglect Set 2 nursing practice questions with answer choices and explanations.

Question 1

Which finding raises suspicion of child abuse?

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver
  2. Minor bruising on knees
  3. Child active and playful
  4. Recent vaccination
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Correct answer:

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver

Explanation: Inconsistent explanations are a key red flag for abuse.

Question 2

Which finding raises suspicion of child abuse?

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver
  2. Minor bruising on knees
  3. Child active and playful
  4. Recent vaccination
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver

Explanation: Inconsistent explanations are a key red flag for abuse.

Question 3

Which finding raises suspicion of child abuse?

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver
  2. Minor bruising on knees
  3. Child active and playful
  4. Recent vaccination
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver

Explanation: Inconsistent explanations are a key red flag for abuse.

Question 4

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 5

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 6

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 7

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 8

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 9

Which finding raises suspicion of child abuse?

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver
  2. Minor bruising on knees
  3. Child active and playful
  4. Recent vaccination
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver

Explanation: Inconsistent explanations are a key red flag for abuse.

Question 10

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 11

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 12

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 13

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 14

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 15

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 16

Which finding raises suspicion of child abuse?

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver
  2. Minor bruising on knees
  3. Child active and playful
  4. Recent vaccination
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver

Explanation: Inconsistent explanations are a key red flag for abuse.

Question 17

Which finding raises suspicion of child abuse?

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver
  2. Minor bruising on knees
  3. Child active and playful
  4. Recent vaccination
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver

Explanation: Inconsistent explanations are a key red flag for abuse.

Question 18

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 19

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 20

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 21

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 22

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 23

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 24

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 25

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 26

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 27

Which finding raises suspicion of child abuse?

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver
  2. Minor bruising on knees
  3. Child active and playful
  4. Recent vaccination
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Inconsistent history from caregiver

Explanation: Inconsistent explanations are a key red flag for abuse.

Question 28

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 29

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 30

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 31

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 32

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 33

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 34

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 35

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 36

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 37

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 38

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 39

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 40

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 41

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 42

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 43

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 44

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 45

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 46

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 47

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 48

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 49

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 50

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 51

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 52

What is the nurse’s legal responsibility if abuse is suspected?

  1. Report to authorities immediately
  2. Wait for proof
  3. Ask parent first
  4. Document only
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Report to authorities immediately

Explanation: Nurses are mandated reporters and must report suspicion.

Question 53

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.

Question 54

Which injury is most concerning for abuse?

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone
  2. Simple arm fracture from fall
  3. Bruise on shin
  4. Minor abrasion
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Spiral fracture of long bone

Explanation: Spiral fractures are highly associated with abuse.

Question 55

Which situation suggests possible neglect?

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury
  2. Routine check-up visit
  3. Child with mild cold
  4. Parent asking questions
View answer and explanation

Correct answer:

  1. Delay in seeking care for serious injury

Explanation: Delay in care for serious conditions suggests neglect.