Chapter 3 - Mandated Reporting Test Items: 1.
States first adopted mandated reporting laws for child maltreatment in the a. 1940s b. 1960s c. 1980s d. 2000s Answer: B 2.
In what year were all states required to list mandated reporters, provide immunity for those who report in good faith, and ensure reporters confidentiality in order to receive Federal Aid? a. 1967 b. 1974 c. 1982 d. 1993 Answer: B 3.
Originally, only a. Psychologists b. Lawyers c. Police Officers d. Physicians Answer: D
were listed as mandated reporters.
4.
If you are not a mandated reporter, but you suspect a child is being maltreated, a. the law does not allow for you to report b. you have to report to avoid legal consequences c. you are allowed to report as a permissive reporter, but there is no legal mandate to do so d. none of the above are true Answer: C 5.
The issue of mandated reporting can be complicated for persons conducting research in the area because informed consent guarantees a. confidentiality b. that there is no risk involved in the research c. that any suspected maltreatment will be reported d. the researchers are not mandated reporters Answer: A
