Imagine that you are a third-grade teacher. Eight-year-old Amanda arrives at school one day with a black eye, several large bruises, and a noticeable limp she didn't have yesterday. When you ask her what happened, she refuses to discuss the situation. You recall that a few months ago she had a broken arm that she attributed only to being stupid. You suspect child abuse. The most important thing to do is:
a. Report your suspicions to appropriate authorities.
b. Start keeping written records of your observations.
c. Request a meeting with Amanda's parents or other primary caregivers.
d. Be exceptionally caring and supportive in your interactions with Amanda.
few months ago she had a broken arm that she attributed only to being stupid. You suspect child abuse. The most important thing to do is:
Question 2
Three of the following are signs that a child is possibly the victim of abuse or neglect at home. Which one is least likely to be a sign of child abuse or neglect?
a. Low achievement test scores
b. A tendency to be overly trusting of strangers
c. Little sympathy for people who are distressed or in pain
d. Arriving at school without a jacket in snowy weather