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Choosing a bird : how to choose and care for a bird
\"Discusses the selection, housing, diet, handling, grooming, and health of a new bird\"--Provided by publisher.
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Understanding the medical diagnosis of child maltreatment : a guide for nonmedical professionals
The latest resource from the American Humane Association, this practical guide answers frequently asked questions about the medical aspects of child abuse and neglect. Designed for the nonmedical professional unfamiliar with medical terminology, the third edition of a classic translates injuries into clear language for child protective services workers working with medical providers. Thoroughly updated to reflect the latest research on child abuse and neglect, this edition covers burns, fractures, poisoning, sexual abuse, neglect, substance abuse, and family violence. Chapters also highlight the tensions between CPS workers and medical providers, the importance of understanding differential diagnoses, and techniques to ensure culturally responsive practice. A wealth of charts, illustrations, checklists, and resources make this an accessible reference for any nonmedical professional working with children and families. Designed as a training tool as well as a thorough reference, a companion website conains additional materials for supervisors and staff, including photographs, protocols, memoranda of understanding, and useful links.
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Choosing a cat : how to choose and care for a cat
\"Discusses the selection, housing, diet, handling, grooming, and health of a new cat\"--Provided by publisher.
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Helping in child protective services : a competency-based casework handbook
This second edition of Helping in Child Protective Services: A Competency-Based Casework Handbook is a comprehensive desk reference that serves as both a daily guide for workers and a training tool for supervisors and administrators. This invaluable resource provides CPS workers with the knowledge and skills necessary to assist vulnerable families, covering such key issues as assessment, decision making, intervention, child development, medical evaluation, accountability, and the legal framework of culturally responsive practice. This handbook equips CPS professionals and students to follow the casework process from intake through case closure with step-by-step instructions and examples. Chapters cover child development, key developmental milestones, and the importance of intervention; medical evaluation of child abuse and neglect; how to structure interviews and phrase questions to obtain information from families and guide the casework process; and the importance of accountable practice to families, their agencies, and the public. This latest edition of Helping in Child Protective Services compiles the most up-to-date research and practice information to help professionals provide the highest quality and most innovative services to children and families.
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Choosing a dog : how to choose and care for a dog
\"Discusses the selection, housing, diet, handling, grooming, and health of a new dog\"--Provided by publisher.
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Learning to care for reptiles and amphibians
\"Readers will learn how to choose and care for reptiles and amphibians\"--Provided by publisher.
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Learning to care for a horse
Learn about different types of horses. Read about where to get a horse, what to have before you bring your new pet home, and how to care for your horse.
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