When assessing a child for an upper extremity fracture,the nurse should know that these fractures most often result from
A) automobile crashes.
B) falls.
C) physical abuse.
D) sports injuries.

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The major cause of children's fractures is falls.Because of the protection reflexes,the outstretched arm often receives the full force of the fall.Crashes,physical abuse,and sports injuries can also occur but not as often.

When Assessing a Child for an Upper Extremity Fracture,the Nurse