Which baby is MOST vulnerable to maltreatment?
A) Hank, who has an easy temperament
B) Minh, who lives with her grandmother
C) Jaime, who has five brothers and sisters
D) Cala, who was premature and cries a lot

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Cala, who was premature and cries a lot, is the most vulnerable to maltreatment as crying and difficult temperament are risk factors for child abuse and neglect. Additionally, being premature further increases the vulnerability of a child. The other options do not have the same level of risk factors present.

Which Baby Is MOST Vulnerable to Maltreatment