Citation

Jenny C. Pediatrics 2007; 120(6): 1385-1389.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, American Academy of Pediatrics)

DOI

10.1542/peds.2007-2903

PMID

18055690

Abstract

A caregiver may fail to recognize or respond to a child's medical needs for a variety of reasons. An effective response by a health care professional to medical neglect requires a comprehensive assessment of the child's needs, the parents' resources, the parents' efforts to provide for the needs of the child, and options for ensuring optimal health for the child. Such an assessment requires clear, 2-way communication between the family and the health care professional. Physicians should consider the least intrusive options for managing cases of medical neglect that ensure the health and safety of the child.

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