NAI_Neglect_flashcards
Are there any signs of physical abuse, such as fractures (especially in non-mobile children, ribs, multiple fractures), bruises (shape of hand or object, on neck, wrists, ankles, buttocks, or not over bony areas), burns (shape of object, glove and stocking distribution), or bites?
Look for signs of physical abuse such as fractures in non-mobile children, rib fractures, multiple fractures, bruises in the shape of a hand or object, bruises on the neck, wrists, ankles, buttocks, or not over bony areas, burns in the shape of an object or glove and stocking distribution, and bite marks.
Is the child limping or do they have many bruises of varying ages?
Check if the child is limping or has many bruises of varying ages.
Are there any signs of neglect, such as missing medical appointments, missing school, lacking dental care/immunizations/glasses, ravenous hunger, poor weight gain, dirty appearance, head lice, inadequate clothing, or reports of no one being at home?
Assess for signs of neglect, including missed medical appointments, missed school, lack of dental care/immunizations/glasses, ravenous hunger, poor weight gain, dirty appearance, head lice, inadequate clothing, and reports of no one being at home.
Are there any signs of emotional abuse, such as apathy, violence, fearfulness, bed-wetting or soiling, anti-social behavior, self-harm, depression, aggression, or delinquent behavior?
Look for signs of emotional abuse, such as apathy, violence, fearfulness, bed-wetting or soiling, anti-social behavior, self-harm, depression, aggression, and delinquent behavior.
Are there any signs of sexual abuse, such as vaginal bleeding, itching, discharge, rectal bleeding, behavioral problems, or sexualized behavior?
Check for signs of sexual abuse, including vaginal bleeding, itching, discharge, rectal bleeding, behavioral problems, and sexualized behavior.
Are there any developmental problems or disabilities?
Inquire about any developmental problems or disabilities the child may have.
What is the child’s living situation like? Are there siblings and what are their ages? Are there step-parents? Is there any domestic violence, parental age issues, social support for parents, poor housing conditions, parental contact with police, parental mental/physical health problems, parental alcohol or drug abuse, or any involvement with social workers?
Discuss the child’s living situation, including the presence and ages of siblings, presence of step-parents, any domestic violence, parental age issues, social support for parents, housing conditions, parental contact with police, parental mental/physical health problems, parental alcohol or drug abuse, and any involvement with social workers.
Was there a delay in presenting the child for medical care?
Determine if there was a delay in seeking medical care for the child.
Is the child lethargic or experiencing fatigue?
Check if the child is lethargic or experiencing fatigue.
Is the child a fussy eater?
Ask if the child is a fussy eater.
What is the child’s obstetric history?
Review the child’s obstetric history.
Does the child have a history of frequent A&E attendances?
Inquire about the child’s history of frequent A&E attendances.
Are the child’s immunizations up to date?
Confirm if the child’s immunizations are up to date.
