Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Child diagnosed with medical abuse by his mother, suspected of Munchausen syndrome by proxy.A child has been diagnosed with medical abuse by his mother who is suspected of Munchausen syndrome by proxy. When setting goals, which is of the highest priority?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: Establishing safety of the child. This is the highest priority as the child is in immediate danger due to medical abuse by the mother. Safety must be ensured before addressing other issues. Psychotherapy for unaffected children (A) is important but not the priority. Therapy for the child (B) is important but safety comes first. Treating the mother (D) is secondary to safeguarding the child.