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Safeguarding concern in ED โ FY quick guide โ ๏ธ ๐ฉบ
โ ๏ธ ๐ฉบ Safeguarding concern in ED
TIME-SENSITIVE โ assess severity and escalate if deteriorating.
๐ Recognise
Injury inconsistent with history, delay in presentation, implausible mechanism or concerning interaction.
๐ First actions
Ensure immediate safety and medical treatment; document exact account and objective examination.
๐งช Investigate / reassess
Discuss promptly with senior and safeguarding team; follow local interagency reporting pathway.
โ ๏ธ Escalation / pitfalls
Do not promise confidentiality that would prevent necessary child protection action.
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