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sheilaspns · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The community health nurse is teaching a class to a group of college women at the local community college. The nurse's teaching is focused on the risk factors of interpersonal violence (IPV) and rape.

Which statement by the college student indicates that the nurse's teaching has been effective?
1. Interpersonal violence is typically committed by men only.
2. Interpersonal violence is typically committed by young individuals.
3. Interpersonal violence is usually related to dynamics of power and control.
4. Interpersonal violence is usually related to the concepts of self-esteem and self-worth.

Question 2

The nurse assesses a patient and finds several old and fresh bruises in the abdominal area, as well as signs of malnutrition. What is the most appropriate question for the nurse to ask?

1. Are you dieting?
2. Has someone been hurting you?
3. Do you have an alcohol problem?
4. Have you had any falls lately?

epscape · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 3
Explanation: IPV, or domestic violence, involves aggressive behavior of many types between individuals in an intimate or dating relationship. IPV is usually related to dynamics of power and control, not self-esteem and self-worth. While IPV most often refers to violence toward women by men; however, women may engage in an equal amount of violence toward men, although the results of male partner violence are stronger and more severe. IPV may occur at any age.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2
Explanation: When the nurse suspects abuse, it is important to ask direct questions, such as asking if the patient has been hurt by someone. Asking if the patient is dieting or has fallen implies that the nurse has made assumptions about the cause of the injuries. The question about an alcohol problem carries with it a suggestion that the patient is to blame for the injuries.