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An abusive relationship is all about... - CORRECT ANSWER: An abusive relationship is all about instilling fear and wanting to have power and control in the relationship. Anger is one way that the abuser tries to gain authority. He (or she) may also turn to physical, sexual, or psychological violence to maintain control.
Batterers may appear well adjusted from the outside but usually only have... -
CORRECT ANSWER: Superficial relationships with others. They are extremely
possessive, are pathologically jealous, believe in male supremacy in relationships, and often have a drug or alcohol problem, which is not a cause of the abuse but often an excuse or something that exacerbates the abuse.
Behavioral indicators for emotional or psychological abuse. What about physical indicators here? - CORRECT ANSWER: Difficulty in learning and living up to potential Lack of self-confidence Inappropriate adult like behavior or infantile behavior Poor social skills Dramatic behavior changes such as aggressiveness, drug use, change in friends or clothing, self-harm behaviors, compulsiveness, and a needy pursuit of attention.
Physical- speech disorders, lag in physical development.
Behavioral indicators of neglect - CORRECT ANSWER: Soiled clothing, poor hygiene Begging, stealing food Emaciated or has distended belly Arrives early or stays late at school Psychosomatic complaints Delinquency Alcohol or drug abuse Chronic truancy Special educational needs not being attended
Behavioral indicators of physical abuse....
In the context of abuse assessment, on which areas should the nurse concentrate? -
CORRECT ANSWER: Excessive fear of parents or constant effort to please
Wary of adult contact Nightmares or Anxiety Obvious attempts to hide bruises or injury.Withdrawn, depressed, aggressive, or disruptive behavior at home or school. 1 / 2
Regressive behavior.
Indications or patterns of violence, *Observations of the family's patterns of coping*, Levels of anxiety and coping responses. (don't approach the abuser)
Behavioral indicators of sexual abuse - CORRECT ANSWER: Mistrust of adults
Abnormal or distorted view of sex Advanced or unusual sexual behavior or knowledge for age (know that History of several untreated diseases is NOT a sign of sexual abuse)
Phobias: fear of the dark, men, strangers, leaving the house
Delinquency or running away Self-injury or suicidal thoughts or behaviors Mental disorders may develop, including PTSD, depression, eating disorders, conduct disorders, mood swings and anxiety.
Co-existing characteristics of abusers? - CORRECT ANSWER: It is now known that
many abusers and victims do not have a major mental illness according to the results of psychological testing, and many individuals with mental illness are not violent. The use of legal or illegal drugs coexists in some, but not all, cases of domestic violence.
Control through economic abuse in violent partner and battered partner - CORRECT
ANSWER: Violent- Controls money, makes partner account for all money spent; if
partner works, calls excessively, forces partner to miss work, refuses to share money Battered- Economic and emotional dependency may result in depression, *high risk for secret drug or alcohol abuse*. If she works, frequently loses job due to partner stalking and harassing. Is unable to save money to leave.
Control through intimidation characteristics of a violent partner and battered partner -
CORRECT ANSWER: Violent- Uses behaviors to instill fear, such as vile threats,
breaking things, destroying property, abusing pets, displaying weapons, threatening children, threatening homicide or suicide, and increasing physical, sexual or psychological abuse.Battered- Results in constant fear and terror that becomes cumulative and oppressive; contemplates suicide or homicide in self-defense. *PTSD develops*.
Control through isolation characteristics of a violent partner and battered partner - CORRECT ANSWER: Violent- limits family or friends, controls activities and social events, tracks time or mileage on car and activities, stalks at work, takes to and from work or school, may demand permission to leave house Battered- Gradually loses sight of personal boundaries for self, children. Over time becomes unable to accurately assess the situation without validation from a supportive network.
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