15th September 2020

A 5-year-old girl arrives in A&E with extensive scalds to her hands and forearms

A 5-year-old girl arrives in A&E with extensive scalds to her hands and forearms. Her father tells you that she tried to pick up the kettle and dropped it on the floor. On examination, the scald seems suspicious, and you suspect a non-accidental injury. What factor seen on examination would indicate this?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.