This workshop will review some of the recent medical research findings and discuss how to distinguish between accidental and inflicted injuries in children. The presenter will examine the myths and misconceptions of physical abuse and discuss investigative strategies for those injuries that are inflicted. This presentation will discuss bone fractures, burns, bruises, and inflicted head trauma.
Learning Objectives:
Attendees will be able to list and describe common physical injuries associated with child abuse
Attendees will assess common injuries seen in physical abuse cases and recognize those that are accidental
Attendees will be able to differentiate between accidental and inflicted injuries
