Child Abuse and Neglect
This section specifies on the management of Child Abuse and Neglect based on OSCC Policy.
Definition
Constitutes all forms of physical abuse and/or emotional ill-treatment, sexual abuse, neglect or negligent treatment or commercial or other exploitation, resulting in actual or potential harm,to the child’s health, survival, development or dignity in the context of a relationship of responsibility, trust or power.
Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect (SCAM) Team
This is a multidisciplinary team of hospital staff comprising pediatricians, gynecologists, mental health professionals, accident and emergency staff, forensic pathologists, nurses, and medical social workers who work closely with designated Welfare Officers from Jabatan Kebajikan Masyarakat (JKM) and police officers in the management of abused or neglected children.
Objectives
- To define hospitals’ responsibilities regarding management of SCAN cases
- To provide a guide to the development of hospital protocols & procedures
- To define organisational structure and role of SCAN teams and members, at various levels of hospital care
Levels of Hospitals Based on Availability of Services
- Level A Hospitals (HKL and state hospitals)
- Level B Hospitals (Other hospitals with specialists)
- Level C Hospitals (Hospitals without specialists)
Headed by Pediatrician
Headed by Pediatrician
Headed by the Family Medicine Specialist /Hospital Director
Work Procedure
Guidelines for the Hospital Management of Child Abuse and Neglect
You can gain access to the full guidelines HERE.