A 3-yeаr-оld bоy is brоught to the emergency depаrtment for vomiting, lethаrgy, and abdominal pain. His mother's boyfriend reports that the child "fell off the couch" earlier that day. On examination, the child is pale and withdrawn. Vital signs are notable for: HR: 155 beats/min BP: 82/44 mmHg RR: 30 breaths/min Physical examination reveals faint bruising over the abdomen and scattered ecchymoses on the back. Abdominal palpation elicits diffuse tenderness and guarding. Laboratory studies show: Hemoglobin: 8.2 g/dL AST: 310 U/L ALT: 275 U/L Lipase: 650 U/L A CT scan of the abdomen demonstrates a pancreatic transection and small amount of free intraperitoneal fluid. Which of the following findings should most strongly increase the clinician's suspicion for child abuse as the cause of this child's injuries?
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