Child Protection Policies and Procedures: Essential Knowledge for Children's Nurses

Question 1

What is the main purpose of a Child Protection Plan (CPP)?

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To outline the specific actions and responsibilities for protecting a child at risk

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To provide a record of all interactions with the child and family

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To document any concerns or allegations of abuse

Question 2

What is the difference between 'child abuse' and 'child neglect'?

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Child abuse involves deliberate acts of harm, while child neglect refers to the failure to meet a child's basic needs

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Child abuse is only physical, while child neglect is only emotional

Question 3

Which of the following is a key indicator of child sexual exploitation?

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Inappropriate or explicit sexualized behavior

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Poor hygiene

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Low self-esteem

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Truancy

Question 4

What is the primary responsibility of a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in a school setting?

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To ensure the implementation of safeguarding policies and procedures

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To investigate all allegations of abuse

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To provide direct support to children at risk

Question 5

Which of the following is a mandatory reporting category for child protection in the UK?

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Non-accidental injury

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Bullying

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Truancy

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Poor parenting

Question 6

What is the difference between child abuse and child neglect?

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Abuse is intentional harm, while neglect is unintentional failure to provide care

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Neglect is always less serious than abuse

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Abuse only occurs within families, while neglect can occur in any setting

Question 7

What are the four main categories of child abuse?

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Physical, sexual, emotional, and neglect

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Physical, emotional, neglect, and exploitation

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Sexual, physical, psychological, and financial

Question 8

Which of the following is a key element of effective child protection practice?

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Multi-agency working

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Keeping information confidential at all costs

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Ignoring parental consent

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Focusing on punishment rather than support

Question 9

What is the significance of the "Working Together" guidance in the UK?

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It sets out the statutory framework for child protection

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It only applies to social work settings

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It is a voluntary code of practice

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of good practice in safeguarding children in health and social care settings?

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Listening carefully to children and taking their concerns seriously

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Ignoring any disclosure of abuse or neglect if it is not corroborated by other evidence

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Making assumptions about a child's family life based on stereotypes

Question 11

Which of the following is a key principle of child safeguarding?

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Putting the child's welfare first

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Maintaining confidentiality at all times

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Prioritizing the concerns of parents

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Following policies strictly without exception

Question 12

According to the Children Act 1989, who has a legal duty to safeguard children?

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Anyone who comes into contact with them

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Teachers and healthcare professionals only

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Social workers only

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Parents and guardians only

Question 13

Which type of abuse involves a person using their position of power or trust to exploit a child?

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Power abuse

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Neglect

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Physical abuse

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Emotional abuse

Question 14

What is the first step in responding to a child protection concern?

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Recording the concern in writing

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Involving the social care team

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Speaking to the child's parent

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a safeguarding measure used to protect children at risk?

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Ignoring reporting concerns

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Listening to children's concerns

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Creating a safe and supportive environment

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Supervising children in their care

Question 16

What is the purpose of a child protection plan?

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To coordinate support and protection for a child at risk

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To punish the child's abuser

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To record details of the abuse

Question 17

Which of the following is a factor that can increase a child's vulnerability to abuse?

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Living in poverty

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Being a good student

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Being physically healthy

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Having a positive relationship with parents

Question 18

What is the penalty for failing to report a child protection concern?

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Up to five years in prison

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Community service

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No penalty

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A fine

Question 19

Which organization is responsible for developing and disseminating child protection policies in the UK?

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Department for Education

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Ofsted

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National Health Service

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NSPCC

Question 20

What is the purpose of the "Prevent" duty in the UK?

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To safeguard children from radicalization and extremism

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To prevent child sexual exploitation

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To reduce truancy

Question 21

Which of the following is a key principle of child protection policies and procedures?

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The best interests of the child are paramount

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Children should always be believed

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Child protection is the sole responsibility of social work agencies

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Allegations of child abuse should only be made by professionals

Question 22

The Children Act 1989 places a legal duty on which of the following to safeguard and promote the welfare of children?

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All individuals working with children

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Parents and carers only

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Social workers and teachers only

Question 23

What is the purpose of a safeguarding plan?

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To outline actions to protect a child from harm

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To punish the alleged perpetrator

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To record all allegations of child abuse

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To provide financial support to the child's family

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of child abuse?

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Happy and well-adjusted behavior

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Unexplained injuries

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Withdrawal or depression

Question 25

What should you do if you suspect a child is being abused?

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Report your concerns to the designated safeguarding lead

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Wait and see if the situation improves

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Confront the alleged perpetrator

Question 26

What is the role of the child protection register?

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To record children who are at risk of harm

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To punish parents who have been accused of abuse

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To track the progress of children who have been in care

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To provide a list of all children in the UK

Question 27

Which of the following is a key feature of trauma-informed practice?

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Recognizing that trauma can have a significant impact on a child's behavior

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Ignoring the child's past experiences

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Blaming the child for their traumatic experiences

Question 28

What is the importance of inter-agency working in child protection?

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It ensures that a child's needs are met from a holistic perspective

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It reduces the risk of duplication of services

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It prevents professionals from sharing information

Question 29

What is the role of the Independent Children's Rights Advocate (ICRA)?

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To provide independent representation and support to children involved in child protection proceedings

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To investigate allegations of child abuse

Question 30

Which of the following is a primary responsibility of all professionals working with children?

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To safeguard children from harm

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To diagnose and treat illnesses

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To conduct research

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To provide educational support

Question 31

According to the Children Act 1989 (UK), what is the definition of a child?

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Anyone under the age of 18

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Anyone under the age of 14

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Anyone under the age of 21

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Anyone under the age of 16

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a form of child abuse?

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Praise

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Emotional abuse

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Physical abuse

Question 33

What should you do if you suspect a child is being abused?

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Report your concerns immediately to the designated person in your organization

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Wait until you have more evidence

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Speak to the child's parents first

Question 34

Which of the following is an example of a safeguarding measure?

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Clear DBS checks for all staff working with children

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Allowing children to visit the toilet alone

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Leaving children unattended in a car

Question 35

What is the purpose of a Child Protection Plan?

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To coordinate multi-agency care for children at risk of harm

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To provide a diagnosis of child abuse

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To punish parents or caregivers

Question 36

Which of the following is a sign that a child may be being neglected?

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Poor hygiene

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Good vocabulary

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High self-esteem

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Excellent attendance record

Question 37

What should you do if you have concerns about a colleague's behavior towards a child?

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Report your concerns to a senior manager immediately

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Ignore the situation

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Confront your colleague directly

Question 38

Which of the following is a key principle of confidentiality in child protection?

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Information about a child is only shared on a need-to-know basis

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Confidentiality can be broken in any case

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All information about a child should be shared with everyone involved in their care

Question 39

What is the role of the designated person in child protection?

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To coordinate child protection within an organization

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To provide therapy to children who have been abused

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To investigate all allegations of child abuse

Question 40

A 16-year-old student confides in you about being physically abused by their parent. What is your **immediate** responsibility?

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Report the abuse to the designated safeguarding lead within your institution.

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Offer support and reassurance to the student but don't report the incident.

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Confront the parent about the abuse.

Question 41

Which of the following is **not** a key principle of safeguarding children?

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Prioritizing the child's right to privacy above all else.

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Working in partnership with parents/carers.

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Putting the child's welfare first.

Question 42

A colleague expresses concerns about a child's behavior, suggesting potential neglect. Which of the following is the **most appropriate** action?

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Initiate a formal referral to the local authority's Children's Social Care.

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Have a casual conversation with the child's parents to inquire about their well-being.

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Ignore the colleague's concerns and observe the child's behavior further.

Question 43

Which legislation forms the core legal framework for safeguarding children in the UK?

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Children Act 1989

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Education Act 1996

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Human Rights Act 1998

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Care Act 2014

Question 44

A child discloses that they have been sexually abused by a family friend. Which of the following actions **should you prioritize**?

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Reassure the child and explain that you will take steps to help them.

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Confront the family friend about the allegations.

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Immediately call the police and report the abuse.

Question 45

What is the purpose of a Child Protection Plan (CPP)?

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To outline strategies for safeguarding a child at risk of significant harm.

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To punish parents or carers for neglecting their child's needs.

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To document the history of a child's abuse.

Question 46

What is the key difference between neglect and emotional abuse?

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Neglect refers to a lack of basic needs being met, while emotional abuse involves harmful behaviors that damage a child's emotional well-being.

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Neglect is always intentional, while emotional abuse can be unintentional.

Question 47

Which of the following is an example of **effective communication** with a child about safeguarding?

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Using age-appropriate language to explain the importance of speaking up about concerns.

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Minimizing the importance of the child's concerns to avoid alarming them.

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Using complex terminology to demonstrate your expertise.

Question 48

You suspect a child is being sexually exploited online. Which agency should you **immediately** contact?

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The National Crime Agency's (NCA) CEOP Command.

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The child's school counselor.

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The local police department.

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The child's parents.

Question 49

Which of the following is a key principle of child protection policies and procedures?

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The best interests of the child are paramount

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Parents have the right to know about all allegations of abuse

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Confidentiality is always maintained

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Children should be listened to and their views respected

Question 50

What is the role of a designated safeguarding lead (DSL)?

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To coordinate the response to child protection concerns within the organization

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To provide training on child protection to all staff

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To investigate all allegations of abuse

Question 51

Which of the following is NOT a type of child abuse?

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Emotional abuse

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Physical abuse

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Sexual abuse

Question 52

What is the first step to take if you suspect a child is being abused?

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Report your concerns to the DSL

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Wait until you have more evidence

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Talk to the child's parents

Question 53

What is the purpose of a child protection plan?

Accepted Answer

To outline the actions that need to be taken to protect a child at risk

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To provide support to the child

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To punish the child's parents

Question 54

Which of the following is a key element of reflective practice in child protection?

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Critically evaluating your own practice

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Blaming others for mistakes

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Ignoring feedback

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Following procedures without question

Question 55

What is the importance of confidentiality in child protection?

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To protect the child's identity and privacy

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To avoid upsetting the child's parents

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To make it easier to investigate allegations

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To prevent rumors from spreading

Question 56

Which of the following is a factor that can make it difficult to report child abuse?

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Fear of retaliation

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Insufficient training

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Time constraints

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Lack of evidence

Question 57

What is the role of multi-agency working in child protection?

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To ensure that all agencies involved in a child's life are working together effectively

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To duplicate services

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To reduce the workload of individual agencies

Question 58

Which of the following is a legal requirement for organizations that work with children?

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To have a child protection policy in place

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To provide training on child protection to all staff

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To report all allegations of abuse to the police

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To employ a designated safeguarding lead