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Barriers to identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect experienced by medical officers and nursing staff in emergency departments of the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District.

Huei Ti SohHabib BhurawalaAlison PoultonAnthony LiuKate CushGlenys GriffithsSowmya Gandham
Published in: Emergency medicine Australasia : EMA (2023)
The combination of hospital, departmental and individual staff issues such as time limitations, lack of resources, education and support are potential barriers to reporting suspected child abuse. We recommend tailored teaching sessions, improved reporting procedures and increased support from senior staff to overcome these barriers.
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