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Which radiographic feature is commonly seen in abused infants?
Which radiographic feature is commonly seen in abused infants?
- Spiral fracture
- Compression fracture
- Bucket handle fracture (correct)
- Greenstick fracture
What is a common clinical presentation suggestive of suspicious injury in nonambulatory/totally dependent children?
What is a common clinical presentation suggestive of suspicious injury in nonambulatory/totally dependent children?
- Ear infection
- Retinal hemorrhage (correct)
- Joint dislocation
- Skin rash
What type of fracture is often associated with a torn frenulum in cases of child abuse?
What type of fracture is often associated with a torn frenulum in cases of child abuse?
- Metaphyseal fracture (correct)
- Compound fracture
- Stress fracture
- Linear fracture
In the context of child abuse, what does the term 'AP' stand for in 'AP humerus left/right'?
In the context of child abuse, what does the term 'AP' stand for in 'AP humerus left/right'?
Why is a history of multiple fractures with no family history of osteogenesis imperfecta suspicious in child abuse cases?
Why is a history of multiple fractures with no family history of osteogenesis imperfecta suspicious in child abuse cases?
What is the significance of delays in seeking medical attention in suspected child abuse cases?
What is the significance of delays in seeking medical attention in suspected child abuse cases?
Which type of radiographic finding is known as the 'corner fracture'?
Which type of radiographic finding is known as the 'corner fracture'?
What is the purpose of performing an abdominal X-ray (AXR) in child abuse evaluations?
What is the purpose of performing an abdominal X-ray (AXR) in child abuse evaluations?
Why are household falls resulting in fractures considered suspicious in nonambulatory/totally dependent children?
Why are household falls resulting in fractures considered suspicious in nonambulatory/totally dependent children?
What does a high percentage of metaphyseal fractures in abused infants suggest?
What does a high percentage of metaphyseal fractures in abused infants suggest?
