Child Protection Flashcards
what is safeguarding?
a preventive approach to child protection by minimising or eliminating harm to a child
what is child protection?
a reactive approach to address suspected or known cases of abuse or neglect
what are the definitions of child abuse?
physical
emotional
neglect
sexual
domestic abuse
FGM
human trafficking and sex trafficking
exploitation/modern slavery
What do accidental injuries typically involve?
-bony prominences
-match the history
-are in the keeping with the development of the child
what are typical features of non-accidental injuries?
bruising
burns
bite marks
eye injuries
bone fractures
abrasions and lacerations
frenal injuries (not conclusive)
non-ambulatory
what are the warning signs?
-unexplained injuries
-late presentation/delayed presentation
-excuses that are inconsistent with the nature of the injuries
-repeated history
-covering up with clothing, not appropriate with the time of year
-parents not concerned or feigning concern
-shrinking away from physical contact
-visibly fearful
-injuries to both sides of the body
-injuries to soft tissue
-injuries with patterns
emotional abuse warning signs
lagging behind peers developmentally
sudden speech disorder
extremely aggressive or passive
fear of new situations
overreaction to mistakes
child may be desperate to please “did i do good?”
sexual abuse warning signs
may be isolated or withdrawn
inappropriate sexualised behaviour or language
self harming/mutilation/attempted suicide
eating disorders
unexplained intra oral ST inhuries
STIs
pregnancy
what is neglect
failure to thrive
warning signs of neglect
constant hunger
poor personal hygiene
old worn out clothes that dont fit
no friends
untreated medical or dental problems
underweight, gaunt appearance
you may be aware that child is at risk by…
observation
allegation
disclosure
how can you alleviate concerns/confirm them?
use professional curiosity to build a rapport and start a dialogue
ask children about their home life, hobbies, friends, siblings, school life etc
FTA is not used with child patients, what is used instead?
WNB (was not brought)
how to manage dental neglect?
raise concerns with parent/carer
explain changes that are required
offer support
keep accurate contemporaneous records
monitor progress regularly
if still concerned, refer to other agencies
what does OHIT stand for and who does it involve?
Oral Health Improvement Team
Dental health supporters and duty dental urses
