Safeguarding Children Flashcards
List the signs of non-accidental injury (4 + examples)
bilateral injuries
injuries to soft tissues
patterns of injuries
multiple injures with varying degrees of healing
examples: both sides of ears, black eyes, side of face, neck, shoulders, cheeks, intra-oral
Describe the 3 stage approach you would take when concerned about a child (3)
preventative dental team management
multi-agency management
child protection referral
What interactions would make you suspicious of abuse/neglect? (4)
when the injuries don’t match the story
if there is a delay in presentation
abnormal interaction with child and parent
history of violence in family
describe what’s involved in the preventative dental team management. (3)
raise concerns with parent
offer support
keep records and monitor
describe what’s involved in the preventative multi-agency management. (3)
liaise with other professionals i.e. GMP
- send a letter to the health visitor if 5 missed appointments and no communication
find out if the children already part of a protection plan
describe what’s involved in the child protection referral (2)
when the situation is complex/getting worse;
- phone social services
- follow guidelines available