Family Violence Flashcards
1
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list the characteristics that increase the risk of child abuse
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- gender:
- for minor acts of abuse: equal risk
- for major acts of abuse: males at higher risk
- age
- for children under 12: males at higher risk
- for children over 12: females at higher risk
- birth complications:
- low birth weight
- premature birth
- disabilities
- emotional disturbance
- learning disabilities
- physical health problems
- language problems
- alcohol and drug abuse of perpetrator
2
Q
describe the rates of the different types of child abuse
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3
Q
describe the percentage breakdown of child abuse victims’ age
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4
Q
list the subtypes of psychological maltreatment
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- rejecting: verbal or symbolic acts that express feelings of rejection toward the child
- degrading: verbal abuse intended to degrade
- terrorizing: actions or threats that cause extreme fear or anxiety in a child
- isolating: preventing a child from engaging in normal social activities
- corrupting: encouraging antisocial behavior
- exploiting: using child for parents’ needs
- close confinement: restricting child’s movements
5
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name the 3 screening questions
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- have you been hit, kicked, punched or otherwise hurt by someone within the past year?
- do you feel safe in your current relationship?
- is there a partner from a previous relationship who is making you feel unsafe now?
6
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describe the RADAR acronym for domestic violence screening
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- R: routinely screen
- A: ask questions
- D: document findings
- A: assess safety
R: review and referw
7
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describe intrapersonal vs. interpersonal vs. organizational and resource barriers within the healthcare setting
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