? about child abuse ctxt

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Lets say this is a hypothetical situation. I do have Pediatrics next semester.

The student has a bandage on their arm. "That is where my dad hurt me with

scisscors."

What actions should a person take on suspected child abuse?

In a hospital setting/In a preschool setting/

What should a person do in this situation ?

What rules and regulations are there to protect children from abuse??

Just curious. I love kids but I hate those that harm them.

Thanks for any and all help!!

Specializes in LTC/Behavioral/ Hospice.

It's been my experience that children who are abused do not talk about it so freely. They are frightened by the consequences of talking. They have been taught to be silent. I would be more suspicious of the child who comes in, says it was an "accident" but for the most part is not very open. Children learn very quickly how to cover for their parent(s). I know I did.

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