Illinois Child Welfare Employee License (CWEL) Practice Test

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What is the primary focus of Minimum Parenting Standards in child welfare?

The medical, developmental, behavioral, and emotional needs of children
The likelihood of any degree of longer-term future harm/maltreatment
The parent must see to it that the children are provided with necessary medical care
Adequately fed, clothed appropriately, provided with shelter and protection from harm

The correct answer is: Adequately fed, clothed appropriately, provided with shelter and protection from harm

The primary focus of Minimum Parenting Standards in child welfare is to ensure that children are adequately cared for in terms of being fed, clothed appropriately, provided with shelter, and protected from harm. This means that the focus is on meeting the basic needs of the child to ensure their safety, well-being, and development. While considerations for the medical, developmental, behavioral, and emotional needs of children are important aspects of child welfare, the primary focus of Minimum Parenting Standards is to ensure that the basic necessities of life are met for the child's well-being.