Violence Against Women

Question 1

Child abuse

Answer 1

Children who are sexually abused will often “act out” and behave inappropriately. There is often no evidence of physical injury and a careful history must be taken

Question 2

Date rape

Answer 2

In a case of date rape, the best course of action is to ensure that the patient does not get pregnant. The patient should also have screening for sexually transmitted diseases, with consideration to being offered antibiotic prophylaxis.

Question 3

Domestic violence

Answer 3

The best place to have literature is where there is the most privacy such as an office restroom

Victims of domestic violence frequently present with vague physical and emotional complaints that are consistent with PMS.