Types of Abuse
Threats, intimidation, and erosion of self-esteem without physical evidence
What is Emotional Abuse
An intense emotion that may be expressed without violent action
What is anger
ACEs increase the likelihood of this adult behavior
What is violence/substance abuse/criminal activity
Early inpatient sign of escalating risk
What is pacing, clenched fists, raised tone and volume, avoids direct eye contact
B52 includes diphenhydramine, haloperidol, and
What is Lorazepam
Multiple bruises at various stages of healing
What is physical abuse
Actions intended to cause harm
What is Aggression
Key element required for bullying
Common victim cognitive distortion
What is self blame/guilt
First line intervention for agitation
What is verbal de-escalation
Unexplained withdrawals or sudden will changes
What is financial abuse
A physical effect of uncontrolled anger
What is: HTN, headache, insomnia, digestive issues, possibility of harm to self or others
Violence affecting 25% of women, 10% of men
What is intimate partner violence
History that increases violence risk
What is
substance use disorder
TBI
PTSD
Bipolar I disorder
Impulse Control D/o
ADHD
Exposure to violent situations (ACEs)
Why should the nurse avoid blocking exits
What is prevents client from feeling trapped
Regression, explicit behaviors, or unexplained STIs
What is sexual abuse
Risk Factor for Abuse, Aggression or Violence
What is:
history of violence
history of mental health d/o/substance Abuse
victim of crime
witnessing abuse or violence
poor self-esteem/inadequate coping skills
no positive role model in childhoold
ACEs
One elder abuse vulnerability factor
Inpatient behavior preceding violence
What is:
declining to eat or drink
attempting to leave area before discharge
verbally antagonistic
harming self
staring
pacing
destroying inanimate objects
increased bp, increased hr
fists clenched
Principle supported by offering the client choices
What is empowerment
Taking unfair advantage of a person, group, or resource for one's own benefit
What is Exploitation
What phase of intimate partner violence does this scenario represent:
During a heated confrontation, Alex grabs Sarah's arm forcefully, leaving visible bruises, and begins screaming at her. Sarah feels overwhelmed and scared, but there is no immediate escape from the interaction.
What is the Acute Battering Phase
Age defining statutory rape
What is age 18
Why does a client commit NSSH
What is to cope with emotional pain and distress
Use restraints only after what fails
What is least restrictive measures