Mental HealthQuestion 149 of 200
A CNA, who is also a parent volunteer at an after-school program, observes a child with multiple unexplained burns. Under California law, the CNA is:
a.Not required to report because it occurred outside the LTC facility
b.A mandated reporter of child abuse under Penal Code §11166 in their professional capacity as a CNA, and must report to a child protective agency immediately
c.Allowed to wait until the family explains the injuries
d.Only required to tell the school principal
Explanation
Under PC §11165.7, health practitioners (including CNAs) are mandated reporters of suspected child abuse or neglect, in addition to their elder abuse duties under W&I §15630. PC §11166 requires an immediate telephone report to a child protective agency (police, sheriff, or CPS) as soon as practicably possible, followed by a written report within 36 hours. Waiting for family (c) or only telling the principal (d) does not satisfy the statute. The duty applies whenever the mandated reporter, in their professional capacity OR within the scope of employment, learns of or observes suspected abuse.
Law Reference: W&I §15630; PC §11166Practice all 200 questions free — no signup required.
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