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?

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

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

Difficulty walking or sitting (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common initial symptom of Type 1 diabetes?

Marked weight loss (D) Signup and view all the answers

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

To protect the child from further harm (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary treatment for Type 1 diabetes?

Insulin (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

Gradual (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is Shaken Baby Syndrome?

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

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

To prevent complications from diabetes (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'honeymoon period' in diabetes?

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

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

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

What is a possible complication of scabies during pregnancy?

Congestive heart failure (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

1.8 to 4.0 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of foods are high in carbohydrates?

Fruit and vegetables (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

48-72 hours (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

Less than 10% (A) Signup and view all the answers

How is scabies typically spread?

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

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

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

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

Early school age (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the mite that causes scabies?

Sarcoptes scabiei (B) 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?

11 (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of therapy for individuals with anorexia?

Gradual weight gain of 1 to 3 lb/week (B) 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?

Antidepressants (A) 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?

2 to 3 years (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

Misuse of laxatives (C) Signup and view all the answers