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A series of multiple choice questions and answers related to child abuse. It covers various aspects of child abuse, including its history, prevalence, types, and common manifestations. The questions are designed to test knowledge and understanding of the topic, making it a valuable resource for students and professionals in related fields.
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The first case against child abuse in the United States was brought forth by the Society to Prevent Cruelty to Animals (SPCA). - ✔✔A.True B.False The Federal Child Abuse and Prevention Act (CAPTA) is the basis for state laws related to child abuse. - ✔✔ A.True B.False The incidence of child abuse in the United States has declined. - ✔✔A.True *** B.False Sexual abuse is the most common type of child abuse. - ✔✔A.True *** B.False About 80% of child abuse is perpetrated by parents acting alone or with someone else. - ✔✔*** A.True B.False Common manifestations of abuse include: - ✔✔A.Injuries are consistent with history. B.Parent expresses much concern for the child's injury. *** C.Inconsistent or conflicting stories about the injury. D.All of the above.
Parents may single out only one child for abuse. - ✔✔*** A.True B.False Common characteristics of abusive parents include: - ✔✔A.Socially isolated. B.Suffered severe abuse as a child. C.Low self esteem. *** D.All of the above. A typical example of bruises/welts related to child abuse includes: - ✔✔A.Scattered small bruises about the legs. B.Equal-sized circular bruises across the back. *** C.Large bruises ranging in color from yellow to purple. D.Streaking bruises along the spinal column and ribs. Typical burn injuries related to child abuse include: - ✔✔A.Asymmetric splash-type pattern of burns. ***B.Glove-like or sock-like burns. C.Top of the hand burns. D.Both A and B Behavioral indications of child abuse include: - ✔✔A.Fearful of contact with adults. B.Inappropriate reactions to pain or injury. C.Overly compliant behavior. *** D.All of the above.
Retinal hemorrhage is an indication of shaken baby/shaken impact syndrome. - ✔✔*** A.True B.False Perpetrators of shaken baby/shaken impact syndrome are usually females in their 20s. - ✔✔A.True *** B.False Perpetrators of Munchausen syndrome by proxy are almost always members of the healthcare community. - ✔✔A.True B.False