Definition
The outcome of an investigation where a decision has been made as to whether a child has been, is being, or is likely to be abused, neglected or otherwise harmed, as represented by a code.
Components
Data Element (this item)
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Data Element ConceptChild protection notification—investigation outcome
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Object ClassChild protection notification
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PropertyInvestigation outcome
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Value DomainInvestigation outcome code N
Representation
This representation is based on the value domain for this data element, more information is available at " Investigation outcome code N ".Data Type | Number |
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Format | N |
Maximum character length | 1 |
Value | Meaning | Start Date | End Date | |
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Permissible Values | 1 | Investigation finalised | ||
2 | Investigation in process | |||
3 | Investigation not able to be commenced or completed |
Comments
Origin:
Child protection and support services data dictionary. AIHW Version 1.0 Oct 2005.
Comments:
This is important to measure the proportion of investigations that are substantiated. It is also important to determine the outcomes of children who are in contact with community services departments.