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Physical Abuse |
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Physical abuse is physical injury, such as bruises, fractures and lacerations that result from:2 Chapter 3
- punching, beating, kicking, biting
- shaking, throwing
- stabbing, choking, burning
- hitting with a hand, stick, strap or other object
Signs of physical abuse
- bruises4
- welts
- swelling
- sprains or fractures
- burns
- lacerations or abrasions
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Child Maltreatment Information
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