Child Abuse Awareness Flashcards

Possible indicators of physical abuse include:

Neglect occurs when a parent or responsible caretaker fails to provide which of the following:

Which of the following may be an indicator of sexual abuse?

A Mandated Reporter is any person required by law to report suspected child abuse or neglect.

Which of the following are Mandated Reporters?

What is the role of a Mandated Reporter?

Illinois law requires all Mandated Reporters to call the Hotline if they have reasonable cause to believe that child abuse or neglect has occurred.

A Mandated Reporter should ask the child for every detail of the abuse or neglect before calling the Hotline.

A child must tell you he or she is being abused before you can call the Hotline.

Suspected child abuse and neglect should be reported:

After making a child abuse report to the Hotline, the Mandated Reporter must submit a written confirmation of the report within ____________ hours.

Mandated Reporters have the right to which of the following?

Mandated Reporters fulfill their legal obligation by telling their supervisors about their suspicions of abuse.

What does PANDA stand for?

Indicators of Abuse

Physical abuse may manifest as unexplained marks, bruises, welts in different healing stages, and patterned burns.
Neglect is characterized by a lack of adequate supervision, medical care, food, clothing, and shelter.

Sexual Abuse Indicators

Signs may include inappropriate sexual knowledge for the child’s age, recurring pain or itching in the genitals, and dressing in multiple layers.

Mandated Reporters

A Mandated Reporter is legally required to report suspected abuse or neglect.
Common Mandated Reporters include teachers, social workers, and clergy.

Responsibilities of Mandated Reporters

Mandated Reporters do not conduct investigations or detailed interviews with children; they must report suspicions to the appropriate hotline immediately.
Reporting must occur as soon as abuse or neglect is suspected, not after notifying parents or gathering evidence.

Legal Obligations

Mandated Reporters in Illinois must contact the hotline upon reasonable belief of abuse or neglect.
They must submit written confirmation of their report within 48 hours.

Rights of Mandated Reporters

Reporters can request the full name of hotline workers, speak to supervisors if there are disagreements, and ask for a second review of investigation decisions.

Common Misconceptions

Reporting obligations are not fulfilled by merely informing supervisors about suspicions of abuse.
A child's disclosure of abuse is not a prerequisite for making a report to the hotline.

Preventive Measures

PANDA: A program aimed at preventing abuse and neglect through increased dental awareness.

This quiz focuses on key indicators of child abuse and neglect. Test your understanding of physical abuse signs and the responsibilities of caregivers. Perfect for those studying child welfare and protection.