Assessment and Management of Pediatric Trauma
Module 4: Pediatric Head Injuries
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Shaken Baby Syndrome Family Risk Factors

  • Substance abuse
  • Lack of support
  • Economic stress and poverty
  • Domestic violence
  • Male perpetrators
  • Infants and young children
  • Mental or physical disabilities
  • Dysfunctional or isolated families
  • Lack of knowledge of child development
  • Unrealistic parental expectations
  • Lack of concern for child's injuries/pain
  • Inability/unwillingness to comfort child
  • Delay in seeking needed medical care
  • Incompatible or absent history
Module 4: Pediatric Head Injuries