ATI Ch 25, Family And Community Violence Flashcards
What are the key phases in the Cycle of Violence?
Tension-building phase, Acute battering phase, Honeymoon phase
These phases illustrate the predictable pattern of spouse or partner violence.
What occurs during the Tension-building phase?
Minor episodes of anger, verbal abuse, minor physical violence, tension increases
Both partners attempt to reduce tension, but the perpetrator may turn to substances.
What characterizes the Acute battering phase?
Serious abuse occurs, victim may provoke perpetrator, shortest and most violent stage
The vulnerable person may try to cover up injuries or seek help.
Describe the Honeymoon phase.
Situation defuses, perpetrator becomes loving, promises to change, victim hopes for change
This phase follows the violent episode and leads back to the cycle.
What happens during the periods of escalation and de-escalation?
Shorter intervals between phases, increased emotions like fear or anger
Without intervention, the cycle of violence intensifies.
True or False: The vulnerable person often accepts blame during the Tension-building phase.
True
This acceptance of blame contributes to the cycle of violence.
Fill in the blank: Repeated episodes of violence lead to feelings of _______.
powerlessness
This is a common psychological impact on victims of domestic violence.
What defines violence from one person toward another?
A social act involving a serious abuse of power.
Who typically controls or injures another in acts of violence?
Usually a relatively stronger person controls or injures the least powerful person accessible to the perpetrator.
What are the common relationships involved in partner violence?
- Partner against partner
- Adult abuse by a non-spouse or non-partner
- Parent against child
- Child against parent
What are the three phases of the cycle of violence?
- Tension-building phase
- Acute battering phase
- Honeymoon phase
Describe the tension-building phase.
- Minor episodes of anger
- Verbal abuse and minor physical violence
- Victim often dismisses the significance of the violence
What occurs during the acute battering phase?
- Serious abuse takes place
- Victim may provoke the perpetrator
- This stage is the most violent and shortest
What characterizes the honeymoon phase?
- Situation is defused
- Perpetrator becomes loving and promises to change
- Cycle begins again eventually
What happens during periods of escalation and de-escalation?
- Shorter time between cycles
- Increased intensity of emotions (fear or anger)
- Feelings of powerlessness develop
What types of violence should a nurse prepare to deal with?
- Violence toward a family member
- Violence toward a stranger or acquaintance
- Human-made mass-casualty incidents
- Natural disasters
What are the mental health effects of natural disasters compared to human-made violence?
Mental health effects can be comparable.
What factors increase the likelihood of violence against a person with a mental illness?
- Poverty
- Chaotic lifestyle
- Substance use disorder
Who is more likely to harm strangers, a person with a mental illness or someone else?
A person with a mental illness is more likely to harm strangers.
What is the strongest predictor of violence toward strangers?
A history of violence and critical acuity.
What is the role of a forensic nurse?
Advanced training in the collection of evidence for suspected or actual cases of sexual assault or other forms of physical abuse.
What should be ensured during interviews about family abuse?
Provide privacy.
What approach should be taken when conducting nursing assessments?
- Be direct, honest, and professional
- Use language the client understands
- Be understanding and attentive
What are the risk factors associated with family violence?
- Cultural differences
- Pregnancy
- Vulnerability of older adults