A young adult has recently had multiple absences from work. After ...

[moongchi]

A young adult has recently had multiple absences from work. After each absence, this adult returned to work wearing dark glasses and long-sleeved shirts. During an interview with the occupational health nurse, this adult says,
 
  My partner beat me, but it was because I did not do the laundry. What is the nurse's next action?
 
  a. Call the police.
  b. Arrange for hospitalization.
  c. Call the adult protective agency.
  d. Document injuries with a body map.

Question 2

An adult has recently been absent from work for 3-day periods on several occasions. Each time, the individual returned wearing dark glasses. Facial and body bruises were apparent. What is occupational health nurse's priority assessment?
 
  a. Interpersonal relationships
  b. Work responsibilities
  c. Socialization skills
  d. Physical injuries

[canderson530]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Documentation of injuries provides a basis for possible legal intervention. In most states, the abused adult would need to make the decision to involve the police. Because the worker is not an older adult and is competent, the adult protective agency is unable to assist. Admission to the hospital is not necessary.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The individual should be assessed for possible battering. Physical injuries are abuse indicators and are the primary focus for assessment. No data support the other options.

[moongchi]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[Perkypinki]

Excellent