lifestyle for IPV Flashcards
What is Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)?
A. Harm caused only through physical violence by a partner.
B. Physical, sexual, psychological, or economic harm by a current or former partner or spouse.
C. Emotional harm caused by disagreements in relationships.
D. Exclusively an issue in relationships between opposite genders.
B: IPV includes physical, sexual, psychological, and economic harm by a partner.
Correct: This definition comprehensively captures IPV’s forms.
Incorrect: A, C, and D are overly narrow or exclude IPV’s broader context.
Which of the following is an example of financial abuse in IPV?
A. Belittling a partner’s accomplishments.
B. Forcing participation in unwanted sexual acts.
C. Controlling access to money or forbidding work.
D. Using location tracking apps without consent.
C: Controlling access to finances or forbidding work is financial abuse.
Correct: This directly limits a victim’s independence.
Incorrect: A and D reflect emotional or digital abuse; B relates to sexual abuse.
What is a common sign of emotional or psychological abuse in IPV?
A. Visible bruises or fractures.
B. Controlling decisions or isolating the victim from loved ones.
C. Unexplained access to funds.
D. Delayed medical care for injuries.
B: Controlling decisions and isolating victims undermines self-worth and social connections.
Correct: This is a hallmark of psychological abuse.
Incorrect: A indicates physical abuse; C and D are unrelated to emotional harm.
How can healthcare providers recognize IPV in patients?
A. Partner shows consistent interest in the patient’s medical care.
B. Patient hesitates to disclose living conditions and shows fear or anxiety.
C. Patient frequently misses healthcare appointments and appears content.
D. Patient avoids discussing financial challenges but appears well-rested.
B: Fear, hesitation, and missed appointments are signs of IPV.
Correct: These behaviors reflect potential underlying abuse.
Incorrect: A, C, and D overlook key indicators of IPV in patient interactions.
Why might victims of IPV not disclose their experiences?
A. Fear of being judged or not believed.
B. They are unaware that their experiences constitute abuse.
C. Fear of retaliation or escalation of abuse.
D. All of the above.
D: Victims may not disclose IPV due to fear, normalization, or shame.
Correct: Multiple barriers prevent recognition or sharing of abuse.
Incorrect: A, B, and C are individually true but incomplete.
What is social prescribing?
A. A method of prescribing medication to address social issues.
B. A process that links patients with non-clinical community resources to address social determinants of health.
C. Mandatory government programs for managing housing insecurity.
D. Counseling sessions provided in clinical settings for IPV survivors.
B: Social prescribing links patients with non-clinical resources to address social determinants of health.
Correct: This is the definition of social prescribing.
Incorrect: A and D confuse the term with clinical care; C is unrelated.
How can social prescribing assist IPV survivors?
A. By providing immediate physical safety through referrals to shelters.
B. By offering vocational training to achieve financial independence.
C. By connecting survivors to community support groups to reduce isolation.
D. All of the above.
D: Social prescribing offers a multi-faceted approach, including safety, independence, and social support.
Correct: Each option plays a role in IPV recovery.
Incorrect: A, B, and C alone are partial aspects of the solution.
What is a key challenge in implementing social prescribing for IPV?
A. Lack of supportive resources for community members.
B. Over-reliance on medical professionals for treatment.
C. Limited effectiveness in improving physical health.
D. Uneven awareness and access to social prescribing programs.
D: Awareness, acceptance, and resource availability are key challenges in social prescribing.
Correct: These systemic issues impede implementation.
Incorrect: A is incomplete; B and C misrepresent the core challenges.
