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What may some professionals, investigators, and lay people wrongly conclude about a child's history if there are no physical findings of sexual assault?
What may some professionals, investigators, and lay people wrongly conclude about a child's history if there are no physical findings of sexual assault?
- The child is lying about the assault.
- The child is telling the truth about the assault.
- The child's history is not accurate. (correct)
- The child needs further medical examination.
What is an important consideration for professionals in understanding clinical evidence of sexual abuse?
What is an important consideration for professionals in understanding clinical evidence of sexual abuse?
- A lack of physical findings is expected. (correct)
- A lack of physical findings is rare.
- A lack of physical findings is always indicative of abuse.
- A lack of physical findings is never indicative of abuse.
What is Munchausen syndrome by proxy (MSBP) classified as?
What is Munchausen syndrome by proxy (MSBP) classified as?
- A form of child abuse or elder abuse. (correct)
- A form of child protection.
- A form of physical health problem.
- A form of mental health problem.
Which of the following is NOT a category of neglect according to RSMo Chapter 210 definition?
Which of the following is NOT a category of neglect according to RSMo Chapter 210 definition?
What is a key aspect to focus on when there is a lack of physical findings in a child sexual abuse case?
What is a key aspect to focus on when there is a lack of physical findings in a child sexual abuse case?
What may occur in cases of child sexual abuse according to the study?
What may occur in cases of child sexual abuse according to the study?
What is an important aspect of food storage in a childcare setting?
What is an important aspect of food storage in a childcare setting?
Why is it important to supervise small children?
Why is it important to supervise small children?
What is a key aspect of medical care for children?
What is a key aspect of medical care for children?
What is an important aspect of nurturance for children?
What is an important aspect of nurturance for children?
What is a sign that a child may be at risk for sexual exploitation or cybercrimes?
What is a sign that a child may be at risk for sexual exploitation or cybercrimes?
What is a tip for keeping kids safer on the Internet?
What is a tip for keeping kids safer on the Internet?
What is an important step in the initial investigation of a reported or suspected child abuse or neglect?
What is an important step in the initial investigation of a reported or suspected child abuse or neglect?
Why is it recommended that the initial investigating officer not interview children in sexual assault situations?
Why is it recommended that the initial investigating officer not interview children in sexual assault situations?
What is the goal of preliminary interviews in child abuse and neglect investigations?
What is the goal of preliminary interviews in child abuse and neglect investigations?
What is an important aspect of the Child Abuse and Neglect Review Committee?
What is an important aspect of the Child Abuse and Neglect Review Committee?
When interviewing children, it is recommended to use what type of language?
When interviewing children, it is recommended to use what type of language?
What is the primary reason for interviewing children alone?
What is the primary reason for interviewing children alone?
Why is it essential to be sensitive to a child's level of development during an interview?
Why is it essential to be sensitive to a child's level of development during an interview?
What should be avoided when interviewing children?
What should be avoided when interviewing children?
What is the purpose of a Child Protective Order?
What is the purpose of a Child Protective Order?
What is the role of law enforcement in relation to a Child Protective Order?
What is the role of law enforcement in relation to a Child Protective Order?
What is the difference between accidental and purposeful disclosure?
What is the difference between accidental and purposeful disclosure?
What is the common misconception about child sexual abuse disclosure?
What is the common misconception about child sexual abuse disclosure?
What is the first stage of disclosure in child sexual abuse?
What is the first stage of disclosure in child sexual abuse?
Why is it essential to recognize the stages of disclosure in child sexual abuse?
Why is it essential to recognize the stages of disclosure in child sexual abuse?
What percentage of children moved directly to active disclosure after denying abuse?
What percentage of children moved directly to active disclosure after denying abuse?
What is the characteristic of tentative disclosure where a child says the abuse happened to someone else?
What is the characteristic of tentative disclosure where a child says the abuse happened to someone else?
What percentage of children recanted their allegations of abuse?
What percentage of children recanted their allegations of abuse?
What is the purpose of the State Technical Assistance Team (STAT)?
What is the purpose of the State Technical Assistance Team (STAT)?
What is the name of the hotline for reporting child abuse and neglect in Missouri?
What is the name of the hotline for reporting child abuse and neglect in Missouri?
What is the name of the organization that provides education for public and law enforcement on child pornography and internet safety?
What is the name of the organization that provides education for public and law enforcement on child pornography and internet safety?
What is the purpose of the Missouri Network of Child Advocacy Centers?
What is the purpose of the Missouri Network of Child Advocacy Centers?
What percentage of children who recanted their allegations later reaffirmed the original complaint of abuse?
What percentage of children who recanted their allegations later reaffirmed the original complaint of abuse?
What is the name of the law that outlines the definitions related to child protection and reformation?
What is the name of the law that outlines the definitions related to child protection and reformation?
What is the characteristic of active disclosure where a child gives a detailed, coherent, first-person account of the abuse?
What is the characteristic of active disclosure where a child gives a detailed, coherent, first-person account of the abuse?
Who can take temporary protective custody of a child without parental consent?
Who can take temporary protective custody of a child without parental consent?
Why may a police officer, law enforcement official, or physician take temporary protective custody of a child?
Why may a police officer, law enforcement official, or physician take temporary protective custody of a child?
What must a person who takes a child into protective custody do immediately?
What must a person who takes a child into protective custody do immediately?
How long can a child be held in temporary protective custody without a court order?
How long can a child be held in temporary protective custody without a court order?
What is the purpose of a written statement filed with the juvenile officer?
What is the purpose of a written statement filed with the juvenile officer?
What is not a suitable placement for a child in temporary protective custody?
What is not a suitable placement for a child in temporary protective custody?
What is considered as abuse under the Missouri Revised State Statute?
What is considered as abuse under the Missouri Revised State Statute?
Who is considered a 'child' under the Missouri Revised State Statute?
Who is considered a 'child' under the Missouri Revised State Statute?
What is neglect under the Missouri Revised State Statute?
What is neglect under the Missouri Revised State Statute?
Who is required to report suspected abuse or neglect under the Missouri Revised State Statute?
Who is required to report suspected abuse or neglect under the Missouri Revised State Statute?
What must a person with responsibility for the care of children do if they have reasonable cause to suspect abuse or neglect?
What must a person with responsibility for the care of children do if they have reasonable cause to suspect abuse or neglect?
What must a medical examiner or coroner do if they determine that a child's death was due to natural causes?
What must a medical examiner or coroner do if they determine that a child's death was due to natural causes?
Who may take a child into protective custody under Missouri Revised State Statute?
Who may take a child into protective custody under Missouri Revised State Statute?
What is the purpose of the child fatality review panel?
What is the purpose of the child fatality review panel?
Under what circumstances may a police officer or law enforcement official request that a juvenile officer take a child into protective custody?
Under what circumstances may a police officer or law enforcement official request that a juvenile officer take a child into protective custody?
What is the requirement for reporting a child's death under the Missouri Revised State Statute?
What is the requirement for reporting a child's death under the Missouri Revised State Statute?
Study Notes
Medical Examination of Children Alleging Sexual Assault
- A lack of physical findings is expected in most cases of child sexual abuse
- Medical, legal, and social professionals should understand that a lack of diagnostic clinical findings is the norm
- This understanding should help focus attention on the importance of the child's history
Parental Responsibilities and Child Neglect Cases
- Munchausen syndrome by proxy (MSBP) is a form of child abuse where a caregiver fabricates or induces illness in a child
- Areas of neglect include:
- Food (storage, quality, availability)
- Clothing (cleanliness, appropriateness)
- Shelter (code violations, cleanliness, safety hazards)
- Supervision (leaving children alone, inadequate care)
- Medical/surgical care (immunizations, treatment of illness/injury)
- Nurturance (hygiene, emotional support)
- Teaching/education (providing education, moral guidance)
Investigating Child Abuse and Neglect
- Initial officer response:
- Ensure victim safety
- Notify other services when appropriate
- Investigative procedures:
- Interview options (victim, witnesses, suspects)
- Evidence collection and protection
- Documentation of all statements and observations
- Referrals and arrests (if necessary)
Interviewing Child Witnesses and Victims of Sexual Abuse
- Considerations for interviewing children:
- Be sensitive to the child's level of development
- Be flexible and objective
- Use age-appropriate language
- Avoid leading questions
- Create a non-judgmental atmosphere
- Phases of disclosure:
- Denial
- Tentative disclosure ( uncertain, hesitant, or partial disclosure)
- Active disclosure (detailed, coherent account of abuse)
- Recanting (denying previous allegations)
- Reaffirming (reiterating original allegations)
Child Protective Orders and Law Enforcement
- Child Protective Orders can be sought under sections 455.500 to 455.538
- Law enforcement officers have the authority to arrest respondents who violate protective orders
- Role of Law Enforcement in Child Protective Orders:
- Enforcing protective orders
- Investigating reports of abuse
- Providing safety for victims and witnesses
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Description
This quiz discusses the importance of understanding that the absence of physical evidence does not necessarily contradict a child's allegation of sexual assault. It highlights the misconception that a lack of physical findings indicates an inaccurate report.
