abuse neglect and assault Flashcards
Which of the following is NOT an example of human trafficking?
Question 1 options:
A)
A teenager forced into prostitution through threats of violence
B)
A Vietnamese woman coerced into traveling to the United States to work off a debt owed to a relative
C)
A man who crosses the U.S.-Mexico border illegally to obtain work
D)
A young woman from China who is forced by her parents to marry an American man
a man who crosses the US- Mexico border illegally to obtain work
Which of the following would constitute child neglect?
Question 2 options:
A)
Failing to properly bathe a child on a regular basis
B)
Denying a 9-year-old access to electronics as a form of punishment
C)
Spanking a 5-year-old as a form of punishment
D)
Buying a child clothing only from thrift stores
failing to properly bathe a child on a regular basis
Which is NOT a factor associated with elder abuse?
Question 3 options:
A)
Limited long-term care options
B)
Multiple prescription medications
C)
Financial stress of caretaking
D)
Increased life expectancy
multiple prescription medications
What is the estimated percent range of sexual assaults that are NOT reported?
Question 4 options:
A)
0-22
B)
52-63
C)
63-74
D)
25-35
63-74
What is the most common living situation of abused elders?
Question 5 options:
A)
They are homeless.
B)
They live with their children.
C)
They live in a nursing facility.
D)
They live alone.
they live alone
Police have called you to the scene of a domestic disturbance. At the scene, you find a woman with a lacerated lip and a man in police custody. Both parties are denying that any abuse occurred; however, a neighbor reports hearing “angry screaming.” After conferring with law enforcement, which of the following pieces of information would most raise your index of suspicion for partner abuse?
Question 6 options:
A)
The woman appears not to have showered in several days.
B)
The man is unemployed and did not graduate from high school.
C)
The couple has no children.
D)
The couple lives in a middle-income neighborhood.
the man is unemployed and did not graduate from high school
Which of the following statements regarding child abusers is TRUE?
Question 7 options:
A)
They often have a history of incarceration.
B)
They are usually violent toward adults as well.
C)
They were likely abused themselves.
D)
They usually have a diagnosed mental health condition.
they were likely abused themselves
A 19-year-old college student cannot remember what happened to him the night before, and is concerned that he may have been raped. Which of the following factors most supports the suspicion that a predator drug may have been used on this patient?
Question 8 options:
A)
The fact that he thinks he was raped
B)
The fact that he is a male aged 18-21
C)
The fact that he is a college student
D)
The fact that he has no physical injuries
the fact that he is a college student
You are transporting a 5-year-old child who you believe may have been abused. The child withdraws in fear whenever you attempt to touch him. Which of the following may help when trying to assess and care for this child?
Question 9 options:
A)
Playing music in the back of the ambulance
B)
Avoiding eye contact and trying to not touch the child
C)
Giving the child a stuffed toy to hold
D)
Talking to the child in neutral, age-appropriate language
giving the child a stuffed toy to hold
Law enforcement has requested your presence at the scene of a human trafficking arrest. A 14-year-old girl presents with bruises to her face and abdomen, and reports that she thinks she may be pregnant. Police officers report that the girl’s uncle, who is handcuffed at the scene, has confessed to prostituting the girl for the past several months. The patient states repeatedly that she is “fine” and does not want to go to the hospital. Which of the following is an appropriate response?
Question 10 options:
A)
“You have bruises on your face and may be pregnant. You need to come with us to get checked out at the hospital.”
B)
“Unfortunately, you are a minor and can’t refuse to go with us.”
C)
“I can tell you are trying to not anger your uncle, but you need to tell us the truth.”
D)
“It’s OK, you are safe now and don’t have to lie anymore.”
you have bruises on your face and may be pregnant. you need to come with us to get checked at the hospital
When caring for a victim of partner abuse, which of the following statements is appropriate?
Question 11 options:
A)
“Here is the phone number of a women’s shelter nearby; they help a lot of women in similar situations.”
B)
“The best thing to do is get out as quickly as you can.”
C)
“When you decide you are tired of this abuse, call the police and they will help you.”
D)
“You need to get help quickly, before he hurts you seriously.”
here is the phone number of a womens shelter near by they help a lot of women in similar situations
Why is it important to educate victims of partner abuse about the availability of support services in their community?
Question 12 options:
A)
Victims need to know how to document evidence of their abuse in order to convict their abuser.
B)
Often victims think that they are unique and no one shares a similar experience.
C)
Because many victims of partner abuse are often not aware of the resources available to help them
D)
So they will leave their abusers
because many victims of partner abuse are often not aware of the resources available to help them
Which of the following is TRUE of your responsibility to report child abuse?
Question 13 options:
A)
Consult your state EMS regulations regarding reporting child abuse; all states differ.
B)
It is your responsibility to report all suspected abuse to the appropriate reporting agency.
C)
It is better to let your immediate supervisor report the abuse.
D)
In most states, EMS providers are not required to report abuse; only doctors must report.
it is your responsibility to report all suspected abuse to the appropriate reporting agency
When is a paramedic legally required to report abuse?
Question 14 options:
A)
Only when another provider agrees with the suspicion of abuse
B)
Whenever there is physical or behavioral evidence that suggests abuse
C)
Whenever anything seems unusual in the care of a child, elder, or dependent adult
D)
Only when there is clear evidence of abuse
whenever there is physical or behavioral evidence that suggests abuse
You have responded to a residence for an injured child. The mother presents you with a two-year-old boy who is crying loudly. She says he fell off the family playground equipment and won’t stop crying. You ask the boy what happened, and he points to the jungle gym outside and cries more. You notice some seven- to ten-day-old bruises on his shins, and scrapes on his palms and elbows. What impression could you form using your knowledge of child abuse?
Question 15 options:
A)
Continual crying is a sign of abuse, and so are the old bruises.
B)
There are some warning signs, and the police should be involved.
C)
The child indicates the same story as the mother, and children of that age tend to injure themselves playing.
D)
The child was obviously unsupervised and may be neglected.
the child indicated the same story as his mother and children of that age tend to injure themselves playing
