Question

test: question 9

which of the following may be a possible indicator of sexual abuse?

a) social withdrawal due to bullying
b) low grades and poor attendance
c) knowledge of sexual behavior beyond what is age-appropriate
d) frequent hunger and poor hygiene

Explanation:

Analyze the question stem

The question asks to identify a possible indicator of sexual abuse from the given options.

Evaluate the options

• Option A (Social withdrawal due to bullying) points specifically to bullying as the cause.
• Option B (Low grades and poor attendance) is a general indicator of academic or emotional distress, but not specific to sexual abuse.
• Option C (Knowledge of sexual behavior beyond what is age-appropriate) is a well-documented, specific behavioral indicator of sexual abuse in children and adolescents.
• Option D (Frequent hunger and poor hygiene) is a classic indicator of physical neglect rather than sexual abuse.

Select the correct option

Option C is the most specific and recognized indicator of sexual abuse among the choices provided.

Answer:

• A) Social withdrawal due to bullying
• B) Low grades and poor attendance
• C) Knowledge of sexual behavior beyond what is age-appropriate (Correct answer)
• D) Frequent hunger and poor hygiene