Recognizing Child Abuse: Critical Steps for EMS and First Responders
How EMS providers can recognize and report child abuse: physical exam patterns, the "Ten Four Faces P" mnemonic, and reporting responsibilities.
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What You'll Learn
- Recognize clinical, environmental, and behavioral indicators of possible child abuse during EMS calls.
- Apply systematic assessment techniques (e.g., TEN-4-FACESp) to evaluate for physical abuse in pediatric patients.
- Understand EMS responsibilities in mandatory reporting, documentation, and scene communication in suspected abuse cases.
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