You are called to the home of a 23 year old woman who has signs of an opiate overdose, and there is drug paraphernalia on the table. A 4 year old boy is also present, and you notice that he is thin and smells faintly of urine. You suspect that the child may be a victim of

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The presence of drug paraphernalia, along with the child's physical appearance (being thin and smelling faintly of urine), suggests neglect. Child neglect involves failing to provide for a child's basic needs, which can include adequate food, hygiene, and supervision. The information provided does not specifically indicate abandonment, physical abuse, or sexual abuse.

You Are Called to the Home of a 23 Year