Emergency department by family member for fever and cough

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An 85-year-old is brought to the emergency department by a family member for fever and cough. There are multiple bruises in various stages of healing on the upper extremities and the back. Based on these findings what is the most appropriate initial question to facilitate screening for abuse?A patient presents to the emergency department with a degloving injury involving the entire forearm. What should the nurse consider when planning care for a patient with this injury?

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