IPV Flashcards
1
Q
Things to say when discussing IPV
A
- “Some of my patients have experienced incidents where they werehurt or threatened by a partner or relative. Has this every happened toyou?”
- “I understand that it is really scary to share this with me.”
- “I care about you and I want to help.”
- “Everything you tell me is completely confidential unless it conflictswith mandatory reporting laws and we will always discuss thosesituations together. I will never disclose information behind your back.”
2
Q
Things not to say when discussing IPV
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- “Youshould… leave him/call this number/stand up for yourself.”
- “Why didn’t you…. get help sooner/call the police/fight back.”
- “I won’t continue treating youunlessyou…. Leave her/get help.”
- “It’s your life, you have to live with the consequences.”
3
Q
IPVHow to create opportunities to speak with the patient alone:
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- Bring the patient to the bathroom for a urine sample
- Take the patient to the scale for a weight measurement
- Send the partner to provide insurance information
- Send the partner to verify contact information
- Explain that a portion of the visit is always conducted alone
4
Q
IPVRecommendations for providingemergency numbers/resource information safely:
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- Ask the patient if it is safe to take materials home
- Write the number on a dollar bill
- Write the number on the tag of a shirt
- Insert the information into a shoe
5
Q
T/FThere is less domestic violence in LGBTQ relationships
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False
6
Q
T/FThe majority of victims of DV are women
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True
7
Q
T/F25% of victims able to get away from their abusers are killed
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True
8
Q
T/F50% of menwho frequently batter
their partners also frequently abusetheir children.
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True
9
Q
Tips to not revictimize
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- Ask aboutwhatthey tried in the past
- Never touch asurvivor even totryandconsole
- Ask if theywouldlike extra resources
- Suggestthe survivorto memorize the hotlinephone number
- Respectyour powerrole in the situation
- Be prepared to feel out of controlwithyourown feelings
10
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Tips to empower the survivor
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- Usestrength based questions
- “You havebeen so strong…”
- “Youarereallybraveto come here…”
- “Whatwouldyoulike to see happen next?”
- “Can we helpyou setup a plan?” (regardlessifthe survivorisleavingor notleavingtheperpetrator).
11
Q
Reporting IPV violence
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Mandatory in most states4 general categories:
- states that require reporting of injuries caused by weapons;
- states that mandate reporting for injuries caused in violation of criminal laws, as a result of violence, or through non-accidental means;
- states that specifically address reporting in domestic violence cases; and
- states that have no general mandatory reporting laws
http://www.healthcaresaboutipv.org/getting-started/understanding-reporting-requirements/
