Asked by Sigourney Gunther on May 08, 2024
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After abuse or neglect has been reported to Child Protective Services (CPS) ,the next steps for teachers can include three of the four answers.Which answer is NOT one of those steps?
A) work with the school to try to provide for the physical and safety needs of the child
B) wait for CPS to direct the teacher on how to gather further evidence
C) teach conflict management skills to help children break the cycle of abuse
D) respect the confidentiality of the situation
Child Protective Services
Government agencies tasked with responding to reports of child abuse or neglect and providing services to protect and support affected children.
Confidentiality
The principle of keeping certain information private and not disclosing it without the consent of the person it pertains to.
Physical Needs
Basic requirements including food, water, air, and shelter that are necessary for survival.
- Know the steps and actions required after abuse or neglect has been reported.
Verified Answer
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Iryna MelnychukMay 09, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Teachers are not investigators and should not gather further evidence once a report has been made to CPS. Their role is to support the child and maintain confidentiality, not to conduct investigations or collect evidence.
Learning Objectives
- Know the steps and actions required after abuse or neglect has been reported.