Reporting Suspected Child Maltreatment: Mandatory and Permissive Reporters

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Who is mandated by law to report suspected child maltreatment?

  • Child Care Providers
  • Mandatory Reporters (correct)
  • Health Care Professionals
  • Permissive Reporters

What is a sign of physical abuse in a child?

  • Well-nourished and cleanly dressed
  • Attending school regularly
  • Living with a single parent
  • Thin and malnourished (correct)

At what age is Type 1 diabetes typically diagnosed?

  • 5-7 years or at puberty (correct)
  • 40-65 years
  • 20-30 years
  • 10-15 years

What is Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy?

<p>A condition where a parent repeatedly brings a child to a healthcare facility and reports symptoms when the child is well (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible indicator of sexual maltreatment in a child?

<p>Difficulty walking or sitting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common initial symptom of Type 1 diabetes?

<p>Marked weight loss (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of implementation in cases of suspected child maltreatment?

<p>To protect the child from further harm (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary treatment for Type 1 diabetes?

<p>Insulin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the onset of Type 2 diabetes?

<p>Gradual (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Shaken Baby Syndrome?

<p>A type of physical abuse resulting from repetitive violent shaking (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is meticulous skin and foot care necessary for patients with diabetes?

<p>To prevent complications from diabetes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'honeymoon period' in diabetes?

<p>A period of remission after initial diagnosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the criteria to establish a diagnosis of diabetes?

<p>Symptoms of diabetes plus a random blood glucose level greater than 200 mg/dl (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible complication of scabies during pregnancy?

<p>Congestive heart failure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal range of Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) in nondiabetic children?

<p>1.8 to 4.0 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of foods are high in carbohydrates?

<p>Fruit and vegetables (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical duration for scabies mites to survive off a person?

<p>48-72 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the total carbohydrate on a package of pasta refer to?

<p>The amount of carbohydrates in one serving of pasta (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage of scabies eggs that result in mature mites?

<p>Less than 10% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is scabies typically spread?

<p>Through direct, prolonged skin-to-skin contact (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a 75-g oral glucose tolerance test (GTT)?

<p>To determine the 2-hour plasma glucose level (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what age can children learn the techniques of finger puncture and reading a computerized monitor?

<p>Early school age (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the mite that causes scabies?

<p>Sarcoptes scabiei (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the number of adult female mites typically found on an affected host during a typical scabies infestation?

<p>11 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of therapy for individuals with anorexia?

<p>Gradual weight gain of 1 to 3 lb/week (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of medication may be used to treat accompanying depression, anxiety, and/or obsessive-compulsive disorder in individuals with anorexia?

<p>Antidepressants (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical duration of counseling required for children and teens who have had anorexia to maintain their self-image?

<p>2 to 3 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of binge eating in individuals with bulimia nervosa?

<p>Eating large amounts of food within 2 hours (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of continued follow-up after weight is regained in individuals with anorexia?

<p>To ensure the individual does not revert to their forming dieting pattern (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an inappropriate compensatory measure used by individuals with bulimia nervosa?

<p>Misuse of laxatives (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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