Questions and Answers
Which of the following statements is true regarding child sexual abuse? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following is a parental risk factor for neglect? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following is concerning for possible physical abuse? (Select all that apply)
After a child abuse report is filed, the children are always removed from their homes during the investigation.
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To guarantee confidentiality, mandated reporters are not required to give their names when reporting suspected abuse or neglect.
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The written report to the child welfare agency must be completed:
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Which of the following statements about emotional abuse is NOT true?
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A mandated reporter should only report child abuse after they have investigated the concern and determined that abuse or neglect has occurred.
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Which of the following types of reports must be reported by the child welfare agency to the CACI (Child Abuse Central Index)?
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Providers in licensed child care settings, who suspect child abuse or neglect, must make a suspected child abuse report:
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The Five Protective Factors in the Strengthening Families model include:
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For the purposes of mandated reporting of child abuse or neglect, a 'child welfare agency' includes:
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Child care providers may never use physical punishment.
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According to AB 1207, Chapter 414, Statutes of 2015, child care providers are required to take mandated reporter training:
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Sentinel injuries in infants are:
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Safe sleep recommendations include:
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When suspecting child abuse or neglect, a child care provider must call a child welfare agency:
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Providers in licensed child care settings must make two reports when abuse is suspected: one to the child welfare agency and one to their local licensing office.
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When providers in licensed child care settings suspect child abuse, they should make a report to their local licensing office as soon as possible. The law requires that the report be made:
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Study Notes
Child Sexual Abuse
- Children may deny abuse, disclose it later, or show nonspecific symptoms.
- All mentioned behaviors (denial, delayed disclosure, nonspecific symptoms) are common.
Parental Risk Factors for Neglect
- Unemployment, substance abuse, and mental illness increase the risk of neglect.
- All factors listed contribute to neglect risk.
Indicators of Possible Physical Abuse
- Bruises on an infant or linear marks on a child’s cheek are concerning.
- Shin bruises on toddlers can also be a warning sign.
- The combination of bruises in infants and specific marks on toddlers raises alarms.
Reporting Child Abuse
- Children are not always removed from their homes during investigations.
- Mandated reporters must provide identification when reporting suspected abuse.
Reporting Format to Child Welfare Agency
- Written reports must be completed using the specified California state form (8572).
Emotional Abuse
- Emotional abuse is highly difficult to identify and may lead to developmental delays.
- It is essential to report suspected emotional abuse.
Responsibilities of Mandated Reporters
- Reports should be made without prior investigation by the reporter.
Child Welfare Agency Reporting
- Only substantiated reports of child abuse must be reported to the Child Abuse Central Index (CACI).
Reporting Channels for Child Care Providers
- Suspected abuse must be reported to local child welfare agencies and/or licensing offices.
Five Protective Factors in Strengthening Families
- Key protective factors include parental resilience, social connections, and knowledge of parenting.
Child Welfare Agency Definitions
- "Child welfare agency" includes local police, child welfare services, but not schools.
Physical Punishment Policy
- Licensed child care providers are prohibited from using any form of physical punishment.
Mandated Reporter Training
- Child care providers must complete mandated reporter training within 90 days of hiring, then every two years.
Sentinel Injuries in Infants
- These injuries are small bruises that can indicate severe abuse; they should be reported.
Safe Sleep Guidelines
- Infants should always be placed on their backs when sleeping to ensure safety.
Reporting Timeline for Suspected Abuse
- Providers must report suspected abuse as soon as possible, ideally immediately.
Dual Reporting Requirement
- Licensed child care providers must file reports with both a child welfare agency and their local licensing office when abuse is suspected.
Local Licensing Office Reporting Deadline
- Reports of suspected abuse to the licensing office must be made by the close of the next working day.
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