A 9-year-old girl is brought to the GP by her mother, who reports that the child has disclosed sexual abuse by a family friend. What is the most appro...

Question

A 9-year-old girl is brought to the GP by her mother, who reports that the child has disclosed sexual abuse by a family friend. What is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Follow local safeguarding procedures and make an immediate referral to children’s social care

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Ask the child not to repeat the allegation until you are sure

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Attempt to investigate the allegation yourself before acting

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Reassure and arrange routine review

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Confront the alleged abuser directly

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Child sexual abuse disclosure

A 9-year-old girl is brought to the GP by her mother, who reports that the child has disclosed sexual abuse by a family friend. What is the most appropriate immediate action?