Reporting suspected cases of abuse is not only the right thing to do- it is legally required of you as a mandated reporter.
Report
NCPANDA is a continuing education course designed to educate dental professionals about the problems of child abuse and neglect, domestic violence, elder abuse/ neglect, and human trafficking. The course aims to teach recognition of the indicators of abuse and neglect, inform about the legal and ethical responsibilities in reporting, and educate about the referral process to the appropriate agencies. During presentations, participants will learn warning signs through photos, review the reporting/ referral process, and receive resource information.
Recognize
Refer
It is of paramount importance to be able to recognize the signs of abuse or neglect when you see them. This will help you to know when you should report or refer out.
Child abuse is the infliction of physical, mental or emotional injury or the causing of a deterioration of a child and may include, but shall not be limited to, failing to maintain reasonable care and treatment, negligent treatment or maltreatment, or exploiting a child to the extent that the child’s health or emotional well-being is endangered. Sexual abuse is included in this law.
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