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	PURPOSE: This procedure defines the role of the Department of Social Services in treatment of suspected child abuse and neglect cases. PROCEDURE GUIDE: The social worker will first consult with the charge nurse, physician and law enforcement to review the child's chart to assess the situation. Parents and children will be approached in a supportive, caring manner without being overly suspicious or judgmental. The social worker should inform the patient/family, as appropriate, the reason for the interview, the responsibility of the hospital to report cases of unexplained injury, the...
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	...and appropriate forms. Provide follow-up to victim as needed. After hours, referrals will be forwarded to Social Services for follow-up. Telephone follow-up will be made to the Department of Children's Services and/or to the parents/legal guardian within 24 hours. Sexually Assaulted Children - Follow all appropriate procedures for suspected child abuse and for sexual assault victims as follows: Call the Department of Children's Services at Additional Assistance: State of Sex,...