Which of the Following Is TRUE of Your Responsibility to Report

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE of your responsibility to report child abuse?

• A) Consult your state EMS regulations regarding reporting child abuse; all states differ.
• B) It is better to let your immediate supervisor report the abuse.
• C) It is your responsibility to report all suspected abuse to the appropriate reporting agency.
• D) In most states, EMS providers are not required to report abuse; only doctors must report.

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