Chris, a support worker, suspects child abuse with one of his clients and reported this to his supervisor immediately.Chris must also report child abuse to which of the following?
A)To the child's family
B)Directly to a public authority
C)To a hospital
D)To the emergency medical service

Question

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Chris is required by law to report suspected child abuse to a public authority such as child protective services or the police. Reporting to the child's family is not appropriate if they are the abusers or if they may not take appropriate action to protect the child. Reporting to a hospital or emergency medical service may be necessary if the child needs immediate medical attention, but that does not fulfill the legal obligation to report to a public authority.

Chris, a Support Worker, Suspects Child Abuse with One of His