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Child maltreatment: every nurse's business.

Julie Taylor1, Caroline Bradbury-Jones

  • 1Child Protection Research Centre, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland.

Nursing Standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
|March 19, 2015
PubMed
Summary

All nurses are responsible for child protection, even those not working directly with children. This article guides nurses in recognizing and responding to child maltreatment, detailing types, risks, and consequences.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Nursing
  • Child Protection

Background:

  • Nurses have a professional and ethical obligation to protect children.
  • Fear of making mistakes or worsening situations can cause reluctance in nurses regarding child maltreatment.
  • Nurses require clear guidance on their role in child protection.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assist nurses in fulfilling their child protection responsibilities.
  • To provide information on recognizing and responding to child maltreatment.
  • To enhance nurses' confidence and competence in child protection.

Main Methods:

  • Review of literature on child maltreatment types, risk factors, and consequences.
  • Discussion of the nurse's role in identification and intervention.
Keywords:
Child abusechild neglectnursing assessmentnursing diagnosissexual child abuse

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  • Guidance on reporting and collaboration with child protective services.

    • Main Results:

    • Child maltreatment encompasses various forms including abuse and neglect.
    • Identifying risk factors and understanding consequences are crucial for early intervention.
    • Nurses play a vital role in the early detection and response to child maltreatment.

    Conclusions:

    • Nurses are essential in safeguarding children from maltreatment.
    • Education and clear protocols empower nurses to act effectively.
    • Proactive engagement by nurses can significantly improve child safety outcomes.