Chapter 22 (MIDTERM) Flashcards
Sexual violence is often related to what?
Teen pregnancy
STI
What is sexual violence?
When the perpetrator commits sexual acts without the victims consent
What is the term for the victim has agreed to spend time with the perpetrator but has not given consent for sexual contact?
Date rape
What are some painful consequences the victim has to face caused by sexual assault?
Depression
Anxiety
Difficulties with daily functioning
Low self esteem
Eating disorders
Substance abuse
Increased risk for suicide
What is evidence that can be used in court?
Forensic evidence
Children that were sexually abused can grow up with what?
PTSD
Major depression
Mental health issues
Drug/alcohol abuse
Criminal behavior
Increased rate of suicide
Sexual assault is more prevalent in who?
Young adult women 18-24
If a date rape drug is suspected what should the nurse do?
Obtain a urine sample
What are examples of date rape drugs?
Y-hydroxybutyric acid (GBH)
Flunitrazepam (Rohypnol)
Ketamine
The main drug used to facilitate the crime of rape is what?
Alcohol
Who are forensic nurses who have been certified to work with victims of sexual assault?
Sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE)
What is the Acute phase of rape-trauma syndrome?
Shock
Numbness
Disbelief
Person may appear self-contained, calm
What is the long term phase of rape-trauma syndrome?
May not occur until months or years after
Flashbacks
Nightmares
Phobias
What short term treatment may help the client relieve acute anxiety and agitation that follow a trauma?
Benzodiazepine
What medication may be helpful for sx of PTSD such as hyperarousal, insomnia
SSRI
