Which of the following behaviour demons-trated by children is indication of…
2019
Which of the following behaviour demons-trated by children is indication of victimization of sexual abuse?
Answer: D. Swelling in body — Such physical findings warrant immediate medical assessment to document injuries and preserve evidence. Why the other behaviours are less specific: Excessive…
- A.
Excessive sleep
- B.
Food poisoning
- C.
Quarreling with friends
- D.
Swelling in body
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Correct answer: D
Such physical findings warrant immediate medical assessment to document injuries and preserve evidence.
Why the other behaviours are less specific: Excessive sleep: May reflect depression, fatigue, or coping after stress but is not a clear or specific sign of sexual abuse alone.
Food poisoning: A medical issue unrelated to indicators of sexual abuse.
Quarreling with friends: Can be a sign of emotional distress or behavioural change but is nonspecific and needs corroboration with other signs.
Recommended immediate actions if unexplained swelling or other suspicious physical signs are found: Ensure the child is safe and not in immediate danger.
Avoid washing, changing clothes, or disturbing potential evidence; seek urgent medical examination.
Report to appropriate child-protection or law-enforcement authorities and involve trained healthcare and mental-health professionals.
Provide supportive, nonjudgmental care to the child and document observations accurately.