Author: D. RunyanPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Understanding the Medical Diagnosis of Child Maltreatment
Author: D. RunyanUnderstanding the Medical Diagnosis of Child Maltreatment
Author: Charmaine BrittainPublisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 0195172167
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 287
Book Description
"Provides a step-by-step guide to frequently asked questions concerning the medical aspects of child abuse and neglect. Designed for the nonmedical professional, this guide covers burns, fractures, poisoning, sexual abuse, neglect, substance abuse, and working with medical providers. Includes charts, illustrations, checklists, and resources"--Provided by publisher.
Understanding the Medical Diagnosis of Child Maltreatment
Author: Jean C. SmithPublisher: American Humane Association Children's Division
ISBN: 9780930915025
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 156
Book Description
Understanding the Medical Diagnosis of Child Maltreatment
Author: Charmaine BrittainPublisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780195172171
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
"Provides a step-by-step guide to frequently asked questions concerning the medical aspects of child abuse and neglect. Designed for the nonmedical professional, this guide covers burns, fractures, poisoning, sexual abuse, neglect, substance abuse, and working with medical providers. Includes charts, illustrations, checklists, and resources"--Provided by publisher.
Understanding the Medical Diagnosis of Child Maltreatment
Author: American Humane AssociationPublisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780198038436
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
The latest resource from the American Humane Association, this practical guide answers frequently asked questions about the medical aspects of child abuse and neglect. Designed for the nonmedical professional unfamiliar with medical terminology, the third edition of a classic translates injuries into clear language for child protective services workers working with medical providers. Thoroughly updated to reflect the latest research on child abuse and neglect, this edition covers burns, fractures, poisoning, sexual abuse, neglect, substance abuse, and family violence. Chapters also highlight the tensions between CPS workers and medical providers, the importance of understanding differential diagnoses, and techniques to ensure culturally responsive practice. A wealth of charts, illustrations, checklists, and resources make this an accessible reference for any nonmedical professional working with children and families. Designed as a training tool as well as a thorough reference, a companion website contains additional materials for supervisors and staff, including photographs, protocols, memoranda of understanding, and useful links.
The Encyclopedia of Child Abuse
Author: Robin E. ClarkPublisher: Infobase Publishing
ISBN: 0816075069
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 397
Book Description
An A to Z reference containing over 400 entries with information on key issues related to child abuse.
Child Abuse
Author: Andrew SirotnakPublisher:
ISBN: 9781610023580
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 1100
Book Description
Thoroughly revised and expanded, the 4th edition offers a practical, objective, evidence-based guide to the medical diagnosis and management of child abuse. Written and edited by a vast array of the world's leading experts on child abuse and neglect, this indispensable resource clearly explains the signs, symptoms, and injuries of the abused child. Features hundreds of photographs and illustrations and a wealth of medical, surgical, radiographic, and laboratory information. New chapters include: Sentinel Injuries Burns Medical Neglect and Obesity Environmental Neglect and Social Determinants of Health Supervisional Neglect/Fatal Neglect Drug-Endangered Children Psychological Abuse Family Violence Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation via Electronic Media Reporting Abuse, Managing Uncertainty, and Other Legal Issues Professional Considerations for Those Who Care for the Potentially Abused Child Caring for the Child in Out-of-Home Care Trauma-Informed Care and Treatment Identifying Child Maltreatment Creating Change Through Advocacy
Medical Child Abuse
Author: Thomas A. RoeslerPublisher:
ISBN: 9781581101362
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Thomas A. Roesler, MD, FAAP and Carole Jenny, MD, MBA, FAAP make the case that the term Munchausen syndrome by proxy should be retired permanently and replaced with a commonsense appreciation that children can be abused by their parents in the medical environment. Physicians who find themselves providing unnecessary and harmful medical care can see the abuse for what it is, another way parents can harm children. the book offers the first detailed and comprehensive description of treatment for this form of child maltreatment.
Child Abuse & Neglect
Author: Vincent PalusciPublisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 1840765917
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
The doctor, dentist or related professional who treats children has a moral and legal obligation to diagnose correctly suspected maltreatment and to report it to the proper authorities. These obligations may bring the doctor into contact with the child protection system as well as the courts. The practitioner needs to be prepared for court testimon
Understanding Child Neglect
Author: Nicole A. SciarrinoPublisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319748114
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 58
Book Description
This concise book reviews the various types of neglect in childhood, providing an operational definition that incorporates existing viewpoints. It describes risk factors for neglect to increase awareness for improved identification, prevention, and treatment of this pervasive problem. This is particularly important as neglect is a growing worldwide issue which receives less attention than more florid forms of abuse. The book aims to facilitate conceptualization and treatment of adult clients who have suffered neglect as well as treatment plans for at risk home environments.
