You Are a Clerk for a Judge Who Would Like

question 64

Essay

You are a clerk for a judge who would like to determine risk assessment with the OHIO system, but needs a brief on the benefits and drawbacks of the system. Your recommendation is likely to be implemented in the coming year. Write a brief describing the possible drawbacks with using the OHIO Risk Assessment System, and its strengths. Include in your brief an analysis of how it is currently applied to assessment throughout the country.

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Definitions:

Malnutrition

A condition that arises from eating a diet in which nutrients are either not enough or are too much, causing health problems related to undernourishment or overnutrition.

One-Person Trap

When the consequences of a destructive behavior affect only the individual (e.g., overeating).

Heavy Drinking

The consumption of alcoholic beverages in large quantities over a short period of time, potentially leading to health and social problems.

Daily Showers

The routine act of bathing oneself on a daily basis to maintain personal hygiene and health.