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altibaby

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In every state it is mandated that a health care worker who suspects child abuse must notify the child welfare authorities.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

The chain of evidence incorporates ___________________ _ of all findings associated with the patient, the suspected ___________________ _, and the ___________________ _.
 
  Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: T
If it is suspected that a child is a victim of abuse, it is the legal responsibility of the health care worker to report the abuse to the proper child welfare authority.

Answer to Question 2

ANS:
documentation, perpetrator, incident

The chain of evidence must be constructed as the consent for treatment for the victim is obtained.



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