| This chapter covers basic terms, theories, and statistical data about physical abuse and neglect. It is accredited for 1 CME credit. This chapter addresses radiologic concerns of child abuse, including the application and characteristics of various radiologic exams which may be requested. It is accredited for 3 CME credits. This chapter covers the potential of abuse for specific skeletal injuries, including metaphyseal-epiphyseal fractures, multiple fractures, and regional skeletal injuries. It is accredited for 3 CME credits. This chapter covers the presentation and symptoms of abusive head injuries, including common mechanisms, types of injuries, and steps used to differentiate between abusive and non-abusive head injuries. It is accredited for 3 CME credits. This chapter addresses visible skin injuries and the mechanisms and paterns of internal thoracoabdominal injuries, including discussions of patterned injuries, abusive vs. non-abusive diagnoses, and conditions known to mimic bruises and burns. It is accredited for 3 CME credits. This chapter addresses manifestations of abuse in the eyes, tongue, teeth, and other oral strucutres. It is accredited for 3 CME credits. This chapter addresses the forms of neglect, the factors which characterize these forms, and the concept of "failure to thrive." It is accredited for 3 CME credits. This chapter addresses chemical abuse and poisoning, including accidental vs. abusive ingestion, agents and conditions, and the evaluation of chemical abuse. It is accredited for 3 CME credits. This chapter presents an overview of physical abuse and neglect, including definitions, rates of incidence, the impact, and relevant conceptual frameworks. It is accredited for 1 CNE credit. This chapter deals with the various imaging technologies and their application in diagnosing child maltreatment. It is accredited for 3 CNE credits. In this chapter, students will learn about the types of fractures and the mechanisms of injury, specific injuries, regional skeletal injuries, spinal injuries, and more. It is accredited for 3 CNE credits. This chapter is meant to introduce students to the mechanisms and biomechanical basis of traumatic brain and head injuries. It covers the types of head injuries, which types may be associated with head trauma, and steps in differentiating between abusive and non-abusive injuries. It is accredited for 3 CNE credits. This chapter addresses visible skin injuries, thoracoabdominal injuries, and the distinguishing features of bruises, burns, and conditions which may mimic each. It is accredited for 3 CNE credits. This chapter addresses the manifestation of abuse in injuries to the structures of the eyes and mouth. It is accredited for 3 CNE credits. This chapter covers children's basic needs and neglect, failure to thrive as a symptom of a larger problem, and discusses specific forms of neglect. It is accredited for 3 CNE credits. This chapter focuses on abusive and nonabusive ingestion of chemical agents, the conditions caused by specific agents, and the evaluation of chemical abuse. It is accredited for 3 CNE credits.
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