A client comes to the clinic for an evaluation. Upon assessment, the nurse suspects that the client is a victim of abuse. Which finding would support the nurse's suspicion? Select all that apply.

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Findings that would support a suspicion of abuse include: vagueness about any injuries and how they occurred, a delay in seeking treatment for the injuries, minimizing or denying about the severity of the injuries, history of frequent visits to the emergency department for injuries, and statements feelings of a loss of control or powerlessness.

A Client Comes to the Clinic for an Evaluation