Question 22 of 30
The responder who suspects a child to be the victim of abuse should:
A
Question parents immediately.
B
Focus on management of injuries to the child.
C
Gather evidence and question bystanders.
D
Immediately remove the child from parents or caregivers.
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: Focus on management of injuries to the child..
When suspecting child abuse, the primary focus must remain on the medical stabilization and management of the child's injuries. Questioning parents or gathering evidence is a matter for law enforcement and child protective services, not the first-aid responder, to avoid compromising the patient's care or legal integrity.