Description
Book SynopsisNurses, midwives and health visitors have a statutory duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. In this clear and invaluable guide, Catherine Powell focuses on the practical aspects of safeguarding and how healthcare professionals should respond to safeguarding children concerns.
Key features of the book include:
â Setting out the roles and responsibilities of nurses, midwives and health visitors working in a range of settings, including those working primarily with adult clients
â Realistic case scenarios of physical, emotional and sexual abuse and neglect, covering infants, toddlers, school-age children and adolescents
â Explanations of inter-agency working and the roles of other key players such as children's social care, t
Table of Contents
Introduction to Second Edition
Principles for safeguarding and child protection practice
Prevention and early help in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Physical Abuse
Emotional abuse
Child sexual abuse
Child Sexual Exploitation
Neglect
Child death and serious case review
Messages for practice
Appendix
References
Index
