The nurse is providing care to a toddler-age child. Which assessment finding is indicative of abuse?

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Inconsistency of stories between caregivers can be an indicator of abuse, as it suggests that there may be attempts to cover up the true cause of the child's injuries or behavior. While bruising on the knees and shins can be common in toddlers, it may also indicate abuse if the pattern, location, or severity of the bruising is suspicious. Parents indicating that they did not see the event occur may also raise concerns, but should not be solely relied upon as evidence of abuse. Acting out behavior of the child can have many different causes and may not necessarily be related to abuse.

The Nurse Is Providing Care to a Toddler-Age Child