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Chapter 07: Domestic and Family Violence Assessment Jarvis: Physical Examination and Health Assessment, 8th Edition MULTIPLE CHOICE 1. As a mandatory reporter of older adult abuse, which must be present before a nurse should
notify the authorities? a. Statements from victim b. Statements from witnesses c. Proof of abuse and/or neglect d. Suspicion of older adult abuse and/or neglect ANS: D
Many health care workers are under the erroneous assumption that proof is required before notification of suspected abuse can occur. Only the suspicion of older adult abuse or neglect is necessary. DIF: Cognitive Level: Understanding (Comprehension) MSC: Client Needs: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Management of Care 2. During a home visit, the nurse notices that an older adult woman is caring for her bedridden
husband. The woman states that this is her duty, she does the best she can, and her children come to help when they are in town. Her husband is unable to care for himself, and she appears thin, weak, and exhausted. The nurse notices that several of his prescription medication bottles are empty. What term best describes this situation? a. Physical abuse b. Financial neglect c. Psychological abuse d. Unintentional physical neglect ANS: D
Unintentional physical neglect may occur, despite good intentions, and is the failure of a family member or caregiver to provide basic goods or services. Physical abuse is defined as violent acts that result or could result in injury, pain, impairment, or disease. Financial neglect is defined as the failure to use the assets of the older person to provide services needed by him or her. Psychological abuse is defined as behaviors that result in mental anguish. The scenario in the question is an example of unintentional physical neglect. Unintentional physical neglect may occur, despite good intentions, and is the failure of a family member or caregiver to provide basic goods or services. DIF: Cognitive Level: Applying (Application) MSC: Client Needs: Safe and Effective Care Environment: Safety and Infection Control 3. The nurse is caring for a 17-year-old female patient. In which situation should the nurse
screen the patient for intimate partner violence (IPV)? a. When intimate partner violence is suspected b. When a history of abuse in the family is known c. As a routine part of each health care encounter d. As part of the exam for a female with an unexplained injury
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