NCLEX-RN Exam Review Questions: Quiz 636

You are working in the pediatric emergency department. Parents bring their 6-year-old child in with what is diagnosed as a fracture of the left ulna. The mother states that the child fell off his bike. The child appears withdrawn and states "I fell" when you ask how his arm was broken. Which of the following would be an improper intervention with this family at this point?
- a. Interview the parents separately.
- b. Immediately call the appropriate child protective agency.
- c. Express genuine concern when interviewing the parents.
- d. Interview the child separately from the parents if possible.

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