Do Physicians Have the Same Reporting Requirements in Suspected Cases

question 253

Multiple Choice

Do physicians have the same reporting requirements in suspected cases of child abuse as do teachers and childcare workers?

• A)yes
• B)no; teachers do not have to report suspected cases,but are encouraged to do so
• C)no; physicians must report suspected cases to the Department of Human Services, whereas teachers must report to Child Protection Services
• D)no; physicians must immediately hospitalize a child who is suspected of being abused so the child can be carefully evaluated away from the suspected abuser

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