Learning Objectives:
1) Learners will be able to recognize and describe the different types of child abuse—physical, emotional, sexual, and neglect—along with their associated signs and symptoms to ensure early identification of potential cases.
2) Learners will be able to identify common risk factors and warning signs associated with child abuse, including familial, environmental, and socio-economic factors, to better evaluate potentially at-risk children.
3) Learners will become familiar with available screening and assessment tools for evaluating suspected child abuse cases, including standardized questionnaires and observation checklists that can aid in documentation.
4) Learners will develop skills in using appropriate communication techniques to engage with children and families during discussions about potential abuse, fostering a supportive and non-threatening environment for disclosures.
5) Learners will understand the legal requirements for reporting suspected child abuse, including their specific responsibilities under local and state laws, as well as the timelines and processes involved in making a report.
6) Learners will identify community resources and support services available for children and families affected by abuse, including counseling, legal assistance, and child protective services, to ensure comprehensive support.
Accreditation Statement:
The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. MAOPS designates this program for a maximum of 1 AOA Category 1-A CME credit(s) and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation.
The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Planning Disclosure:
The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons Education Planning Committee has no relevant financial relationships with any organization producing, marketing, reselling, or distributing healthcare goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients relative to the content of this presentation.
AOA Grievance Policy:
All grievances should be in writing and specify the nature of the grievance. Initially, all grievances should be directed to the MAOPS Executive Director, who will then forward said grievance to the Virtual CME Committee. All grievances will receive an initial written response within 30 days of receipt. If a participant does not receive a satisfactory response, they can submit a complaint in writing to the Council on Continuing Medical Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.