Question

A 2 year old boy is brought with bruises of different ages on his back and upper arms, with no clear history of trauma. Parents say he bruises easily. He is otherwise well. What is the most appropriate next step?

Accepted Answer

Admit the child and refer urgently to safeguarding and paediatric teams

Answer

Reassure the parents and discharge

Answer

Order bruising blood tests only and await results

Answer

Arrange a routine outpatient appointment in 2 months

Answer

Accept the explanation and document only

Practice question

A 2 year old boy is brought with bruises of different ages on his back and upper arms, with no clear history of trauma. Parents say he bruises easily. He is otherwise well. What is the most appropriate next step?