Domestic violence awareness in the perianesthesia setting.
Identification of victims of domestic violence is the first phase in the intervention of stopping the cycle of violence. Phase two is acting on that information and assisting the victims to help themselves. Nurses have the unique opportunity of being "present" at the bedside for the victim of abuse. This article reviews the signs and symptoms of domestic violence. Keen patient assessment tools and support can make a world of difference in the outcome of abuse.
Scales
Barbara A
BA
Harrison Center Outpatient Surgery, Syracuse, NY, USA. Scales63079@aol.com
D018585:Battered Women / Q000523:psychology / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D003419:Crisis Intervention; D003717:Denial, Psychological; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D019221:Mandatory Reporting; D008403:Mass Screening; D008960:Models, Psychological; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D016528:Postanesthesia Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D011209:Power, Psychological; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D017751:Safety Management; D013179:Spouse Abuse / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000523:psychology / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D014481:United States / Q000453:epidemiology