Improving Outcomes in Abuse Management: Module D. Assessment and
Date Available: Now
Date Expires: 03/21/2018
Course Type: On Demand
Sponsor Name: Athena Forum, LLC
Course Registration Link: http://www.athenaforum.com
CE Value (credits): 2
CE Type: Standard
Contact Information:
Kristin Hoffman
954-637-1957
kristin.hoffman@athenaforum.com
Course Description:
Identifying child abuse is a complex process—in part because victims and perpetrators are typically not open about the abuse—so this module offers some guidance in identifying the warning signs and explaining the protocol for intervening. The module begins by distinguishing between telltale signs of abuse and mere accidents or other conditions, while also detailing the signs of abusive head trauma (AHT), shaken baby syndrome (SBS), and red flags associated with bruises, burns and even female genital mutilation. The module then details the most helpful forms of intervention, and explains how abuse reporting laws vary from state to state.