For which patient in the emergency room is it most important that the nurse conduct a thorough assessment for abuse and neglect?

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The younger the child,the more vulnerable he or she is to abuse owing to their dependency,small size,and inability to defend themselves.Statistics indicate that Caucasian children are at a high risk for abuse.The 2-year-old child is the youngest and of the high-risk race,and injuries are from a fall.The nurse should assess all children and adults for signs of violence and neglect; however,the 2-year-old has priority.Many children suffer from otitis media (ear infection)manifested with an earache.

For Which Patient in the Emergency Room Is It Most