Family violence: an orthopaedic team approach.
Assessment and identification of domestic abuse is a standard of care for both nurses and physicians. Orthopaedic professionals can provide assistance to victims of domestic violence by developing an office-based plan for assessment and intervention. Providing reassurance and support, helping develop a safety plan, and referring the patient to appropriate agencies are possible within the time constraints of a busy practice. This article outlines an approach to developing such a plan.
Maher
Ann Butler
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Jersey Battered Women's Service, Morris County, New Jersey, USA.
D006801:Humans; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D016530:Orthopedic Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010348:Patient Care Team / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012944:Social Support; D013179:Spouse Abuse / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*