Asked by Esther Gershun on Sep 23, 2024
A clinic nurse interviews an adult patient who reports fatigue, back pain, headaches, tension, and sleep disturbances. The patient then becomes reluctant to provide more information and wants to leave. How can the nurse best serve the patient?
A) Explore the possibility of patient social isolation.
B) Have the patient complete an abuse assessment screen.
C) Ask whether the patient has ever had psychiatric counseling.
D) Ask the patient to disrobe; then assess for signs of physical abuse.
Abuse Assessment Screen
A tool used in healthcare settings to screen for domestic violence and abuse.
Physical Abuse
Intentional harm or injury inflicted on one person by another through forceful contact or physical violence.
Sleep Disturbances
Variations or disruptions in normal sleep patterns, which can include difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or experiencing restful sleep.
- Apply interpersonal competencies for sensitive and effective engagement with victims.
- Examine the evidence of physical abuse in adults and children, and arrange the necessary interventions by importance.
Learning Objectives
- Apply interpersonal competencies for sensitive and effective engagement with victims.
- Examine the evidence of physical abuse in adults and children, and arrange the necessary interventions by importance.
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