Types of abuse: neglect (most common and highest mortality), physical abuse, emotional/psychological abuse, sexual abuse
Neglect includes physical (e.g., failure to provide necessary ...
Relatively minor injuries, frenulum tears, or bruising in precruising infants may be the first indications of child physical abuse; these minor, suspicious injuries have been termed “sentine...
If diagnosed with STI, treat promptly.
If HIV exposure possible, consider prophylaxis.
Emergency contraception reduce...
Monitor injury healing over time.
Follow up assessment for STIs that may not present acutely (e.g., HPV).
American Academy of Pediatrics. Child abuse and neglect. https://www.aap.org/en-us/advocacy-and-policy/aap-health-initiatives/resilience/Pages/Child-Abuse-and-Neglect.aspx. Accessed...
T74.12XA Child physical abuse, confirmed, initial encounter
T74.32XA Child psychological abuse, confirmed, initial encounter
T74.22XA Child sexual abuse, confirmed, initial encounter
T74.92XA ...
When a bruise is present, it should be considered as potentially sentinel for physical abuse if no plausible explanation is given.
High index of suspicion is important for prevention an...
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