Child Protection: Recognition and Reporting for Pediatric Nurses

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a physical sign of child abuse?

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Emotional withdrawal

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Bruises

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Unexplained burns

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a sign of physical child abuse?

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Emotional withdrawal or fearfulness

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Unexplained bruises or injuries

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Frequent accidents or falls

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Nutritional deficiencies

Question 3

What is the primary goal of the National Child Abuse Hotline?

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To provide crisis intervention and support to victims

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To investigate and prosecute cases of child abuse

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To educate the public on the prevention of child abuse

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To provide training to professionals on child abuse recognition

Question 4

When assessing for child abuse, what is the most important initial step to take?

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Establishing a safe and private environment

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Asking direct questions about abuse

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Documenting all observations and interactions

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Contacting child protective services immediately

Question 5

Nurses play a crucial role in preventing child abuse. Which of the following is NOT part of their responsibilities?

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Investigating and prosecuting cases of child abuse

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Educating parents and caregivers on healthy parenting practices

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Identifying and reporting suspected cases of abuse

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Providing support and resources to families at risk

Question 6

What is the primary goal of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA)?

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To provide funding and support services for child abuse prevention and treatment programs

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To establish national standards for investigating and prosecuting child abuse cases

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To create a registry of all child abusers in the United States

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To educate the public about the consequences of child abuse

Question 7

Healthcare professionals have a legal obligation to report suspected child abuse. Which of the following accurately describes this obligation?

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Healthcare professionals are legally responsible for promptly reporting suspected child abuse, and failure to do so may result in legal consequences.

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Reporting suspected child abuse is optional for healthcare professionals.

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Only physicians and nurses are legally required to report suspected child abuse.

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Healthcare professionals are only required to report suspected child abuse if they have absolute proof of abuse.

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a physical indicator of child abuse?

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Developmental delays or learning difficulties

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Bruises or fractures

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Burns or cuts

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Unexplained pain or tenderness

Question 9

What is the legal obligation of a nurse who suspects child abuse or neglect?

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To report suspected cases to the appropriate authorities

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To intervene directly and remove the child from the home

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To confront the parents or guardians with the allegations

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To keep the information confidential

Question 10

What is the primary purpose of a comprehensive child abuse and neglect assessment?

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To determine the level of risk to the child

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To gather evidence to support a criminal case

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To identify the perpetrator and hold them accountable

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To provide immediate medical intervention

Question 11

What ethical principle requires nurses to protect children from harm, even if it means violating the confidentiality of the parents or guardians?

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Non-maleficence

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Autonomy

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Beneficence

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Justice

Question 12

How do poverty, substance abuse, and domestic violence contribute to the increased risk of child abuse?

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Increased stress and lack of resources can make it harder to provide a safe and nurturing environment.

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Impaired judgment and reduced ability to care for children can increase the risk of neglect.

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Exposure to violence and chaotic home environments can increase the likelihood of abuse.

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None of the above factors contribute to child abuse.

Question 13

In child abuse cases, which principle is crucial for effective interdisciplinary collaboration?

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Fostering open communication among team members

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Maintaining strict confidentiality

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Allowing independent work without consultation

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Limiting involvement of multiple agencies and professionals

Question 14

What are potential long-term consequences of child abuse and neglect?

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Dental issues

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Chronic pain

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Healthy self-esteem

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Strong social relationships

Question 15

Which of the following is a physical sign of child abuse?

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Unexplained bruises or injuries

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Delayed growth or development

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Behavioral problems

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Eating disorders

Question 16

What is the legal obligation of a nurse who suspects child abuse?

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To report the suspicion to the appropriate authorities

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To confront the suspected abuser

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To keep the suspicion confidential

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To wait for further evidence

Question 17

What is the primary goal of child abuse reporting?

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To protect the child

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To punish the abuser

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To collect evidence

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To provide support to the family

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a type of child neglect?

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Financial neglect

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Physical neglect

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Medical neglect

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Educational neglect

Question 19

According to ethical principles, which principle guides the actions of nurses in child abuse cases?

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Non-maleficence (do no harm)

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Beneficence (doing good)

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Justice (ensuring fairness and equality)

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Autonomy (respecting the patient's wishes)

Question 20

What should be the first step when responding to a suspected case of child abuse?

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Contacting the appropriate authorities immediately

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Confronting the suspected abuser directly

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Documenting the evidence thoroughly

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Providing immediate support to the child

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT classified as a type of child abuse?

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Bullying

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Physical abuse

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Neglect

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Emotional abuse

Question 22

Which of the following is a typical physical sign of child abuse?

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Multiple bruises in various stages of healing

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A single, small bruise on a visible body part

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A birthmark

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A rash caused by an allergic reaction

Question 23

Which type of child abuse is the most prevalent?

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Neglect

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Physical abuse

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Sexual abuse

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Emotional abuse

Question 24

Which of the following is a well-established risk factor for child abuse?

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Parental substance abuse

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Child's race or ethnicity

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Parental age (either too young or too old)

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Child's gender

Question 25

What is the legal obligation of nurses in reporting suspected child abuse?

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To report all suspected cases to the designated authorities as mandated by law

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To offer counseling and support to the family

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To conduct an independent investigation of the case

Question 26

When approaching a child who may have been abused, it is essential to:

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Maintain a calm and non-threatening demeanor

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Offer rewards or incentives for disclosing information

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Show indifference or disinterest

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Confront the child with accusations and suspicions

Question 27

What is a key role of nurses in preventing child abuse?

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Educating parents and caregivers about the signs of abuse and neglect

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Providing counseling to families at high risk for abuse

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Investigating all reports of suspected abuse

Question 28

Which of the following is a specific type of neglect?

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Educational neglect

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Emotional abuse

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Physical abuse

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Sexual abuse

Question 29

What is the purpose of a Child Protection Plan?

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To outline the steps that need to be taken to protect a child from further abuse or neglect

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To assign blame to the parents or caregivers

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To provide counseling to the child

Question 30

What is the most important thing to remember when working with children who have been abused?

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They need to be treated with compassion and respect

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They should be punished for their behavior

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They should be kept isolated from other children

Question 31

What is the legal responsibility of a nurse who suspects child abuse or neglect?

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Report the case to the appropriate authorities.

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Document the suspected abuse

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Counsel the child

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Inform the child's parents

Question 32

Which of the following is a characteristic of emotional abuse?

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Belittling or humiliating a child

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Sexual contact

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Physical harm

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Neglect

Question 33

What is the primary goal of child abuse prevention programs?

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To educate parents and children about preventing abuse

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To provide legal support to victims

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To investigate and punish perpetrators

Question 34

Which of the following is a physical indicator of sexual abuse in a child?

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Torn or bloody underwear

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Frequent crying

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Malnutrition

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Bruises on the face

Question 35

What is the first step a nurse should take when suspecting child abuse or neglect?

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Document the observations objectively

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Contact the police

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Offer counseling to the child

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Inform the child's parents

Question 36

What is the most common type of child abuse?

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Neglect

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Physical abuse

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Emotional abuse

Question 37

What is the legal responsibility of a nurse who suspects child abuse or neglect?

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Report it to the appropriate authorities

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Wait for further evidence

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Document it in the medical record

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Confront the parents

Question 38

What is the most common type of child abuse?

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Neglect

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Emotional abuse

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Physical abuse

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Sexual abuse

Question 39

What is the primary goal of child protective services?

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To protect children from further abuse or neglect

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To remove children from their homes

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To provide counseling to families

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To punish abusers

Question 40

Which of the following is a risk factor for child abuse?

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Parental substance abuse

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Strong family support

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Good parenting skills

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High socioeconomic status

Question 41

What is the best way to respond to a child who discloses abuse or neglect?

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Listen attentively and believe the child

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Ask leading questions

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Tell the child to keep it a secret

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Call the police immediately

Question 42

Which of the following is a potential consequence of child abuse or neglect?

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Developmental delays

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High self-esteem

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Good physical health

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Strong social skills

Question 43

Which of the following is the most common type of child abuse?

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Neglect

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Sexual abuse

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Physical abuse

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Emotional abuse

Question 44

What is the first step a nurse should take when suspecting child abuse or neglect?

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Report the suspicion to the appropriate authorities.

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Confront the parents or guardians.

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Document the child's injuries or neglect.

Question 45

Which of the following is a sign of neglect?

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Unsupervised child left alone for extended periods.

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Frequent bruises or injuries.

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Withdrawal or emotional distress.

Question 46

What is the best way to document suspected child abuse or neglect?

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Detailed written notes, including observations, statements, and medical findings.

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Audio or video recordings.

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Photographs only.

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an abused child?

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High self-esteem and confidence.

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Difficulty sleeping and nightmares.

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Aggression or destructive behavior.

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Withdrawal and emotional distress.

Question 48

What is the primary goal of child protection services?

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To protect children from harm and ensure their well-being.

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To punish parents or guardians for abuse or neglect.

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To provide counseling and support to families.

Question 49

What is the most important factor in preventing child abuse and neglect?

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Strong and supportive families.

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Increased surveillance and monitoring.

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Public awareness campaigns.

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Mandatory reporting laws.

Question 50

What is the role of nurses in advocating for children's rights?

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To speak up for children, report suspected abuse or neglect, and provide support and resources.

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To provide medical care only.

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To enforce child protection laws.