PPB introduction to child protection

Question 1

What are causes of failure of child protection?

Answer 1

Poor communication
Failure to listen to children
Over reliance on parental reporting
Inadequate staff training

Question 2

What are adverse childhood experiences?

Answer 2

Stressful events in childhood that can have a profound impact on an individual’s present and future health

Question 3

How do we protect a child form neglect or abuse?

Answer 3

They need not have taken place, it is sufficient if there is risk for harm

Question 4

For sexual, physical, and emotional abuse is their need for immediate protection?

Answer 4

Sexual - yes
Physical - usually
Emotional - no

Question 5

Are there conditions that can mimic bruising?

Answer 5

Yes

Question 6

What are laws regarding culture and FGM?

Answer 6

Culture cannot condone harm to the child

Question 7

What are risk factors about the child for abuse?

Answer 7

Disability
Complex health needs
Large families
Unwanted pregnancy
Pre school age

Question 8

What are risk factors about the parent for abuse?

Answer 8

Mental health 
Substance misuse
Learning disability
Domestic abuse
Non engaging parent

Question 9

How can you recognise children experiencing or at risk of harm?

Answer 9

Knowledge of child development and knowing when something isnt right
Understanding parent/carer and child interactions
Impact on children of parental lifestyles/behaviours
Understand and consider behavioural presentations of children and young people

Question 10

What is GIRFEC?

Answer 10

Getting it Right for Every Child

Question 11

What should be done if there is immediate risk of harm?

Answer 11

Call the police