Module - 3 abuse and violence quiz
A mental health nurse is interviewing a child for suspected abuse. The parent
states that the child is having disciplinary problems at school and stutters when
approached. From the listed behavioral indicators, the nurse would suspect which
type of abuse?
emotional - (correct Answer) - A behavioral profile of an emotionally abused child
includes *stuttering, enuresis, overeating, disciplinary problems*, and *failure to
thrive*. The scenario does not refer to physical, financial, or sexual abuse.
Which type of rapist derives *erotic gratification* from the victim's suffering?
Sadistic rapist - (correct Answer) - Sadistic rapists derive erotic gratification
from the victim's suffering.
*Power rapists often attack people their own age and use intimidation and minimal
physical force to control their victims*. *Their assaults are premeditated*.
Anger rapists use &extreme force and restraint that results in physical injury to
the victim*. There is not a type of rapist called premeditated.
The nursing student learning about intimate partner violence correctly identifies
its prevalence in same-sex couples as what?
Same frequency as in heterosexual couples - (correct Answer) - Intimate partner
violence in same-sex couples occurs with at least the same frequency as in
heterosexual relationships, but people with same-sex partners may not be afforded
the same support.
A young adult client female is assessed after being raped. The client reports being
tied up and beaten while the perpetrator forced sexual intercourse. She recalls the
perpetrator saying, "I will make you pay." What most accurately describes this
category of rapist?
anger retaliation - (correct Answer) - In this case, the most accurate description
of this rapist is anger retaliation. In this category, the perpetrator wants to
punish the victim and often causes substantial injury.
The power assertive rapist desires to dominate and control the victim and may
repeat with the same victim.
The power reassurance rapist commits rape when the opportunity presents itself,
such as when another crime is being committed.
An anger excitement rapist acts out fantasies and can be strategic in carrying out
the crime, for example, carries a rape kit.
A mental health nurse presenting an educational program on rape for high school
students responds to the statement, "Women cry rape often times just to get even
with the guy," by offering which answer?
"Actually, fewer than 2% of all reported rapes are found to be false." - (correct
Answer) - Rape is an underreported crime due to feelings of guilt on the part of
the victim. Only approximately 2% of all reported rape cases are false.
Nurses at an urban emergency department seek to develop a plan to help women
involved in abusive relationships. *Which component is critical to the success of
the plan?*
*Access to community resources for referral* - (correct Answer) - Much of the
support and treatment that will be needed for women in abusive relationships is
needed in the community.
, *Having access to these resources is the most critical aspect to ensuring effective
and sustainable support for women in abusive situations.*
An IPV counselor in the emergency department will only be available for support
when there is an acute situation for which the client has come to hospital. Such a
component is effective but not a long-term option to support people in abusive
relationships.
A quality of life assessment tool is effective for assessment, but this is only the
initial part of the plan.
Written educational materials are important to enhance knowledge for women in
abusive situations; however, *community support services are needed to ensure
follow through and sustainability*.
Children at high risk for sexual abuse include those who - (correct Answer) - *Are
aged 3 years or younger*
Suffer from a developmental delay
Live in a home where substance abuse occurs
Have adolescent parents or a single parent
*Are in foster care*
Have primary caretakers who were sexually abused themselves
Have primary caretakers who are mentally ill or have a developmental delay
During the nurse's assessment of a new client on a medical unit, the client
confides in the nurse that the client's spouse often "slaps me around" after the
client has been drinking. What action should the nurse take in response to this
statement?
Report the client's statement promptly to the appropriate authorities. - (correct
Answer) - The nurse's responsibility in cases of suspected abuse is to report the
allegations.
It is not the nurse's responsibility to determine validity, encourage a written
statement, or counsel the client on the dynamics of the abuse.
*A nurse is working on developing a safety plan with a client who is a survivor of
violence. Which would the nurse address first?*
*Recognizing the signs of danger* - (correct Answer) - *One of the most important
teaching goals is to help survivors develop a safety plan.*
*The first step in developing such a plan is helping the survivor recognize the
signs of danger*.
Changes in tone of voice, use of alcohol and other drugs, and increased criticism
may indicate that the perpetrator is losing control.
Detecting early warning signs helps survivors to escape before battering begins.
*The next step is to devise an escape route*.
This involves mapping the house and identifying where the battering usually occurs
and what exits are available. The survivor needs to have a bag packed and hidden,
but readily accessible, containing what is needed to get away. *If children are
involved, the adult survivor should make arrangements to get them out safely*. That
A mental health nurse is interviewing a child for suspected abuse. The parent
states that the child is having disciplinary problems at school and stutters when
approached. From the listed behavioral indicators, the nurse would suspect which
type of abuse?
emotional - (correct Answer) - A behavioral profile of an emotionally abused child
includes *stuttering, enuresis, overeating, disciplinary problems*, and *failure to
thrive*. The scenario does not refer to physical, financial, or sexual abuse.
Which type of rapist derives *erotic gratification* from the victim's suffering?
Sadistic rapist - (correct Answer) - Sadistic rapists derive erotic gratification
from the victim's suffering.
*Power rapists often attack people their own age and use intimidation and minimal
physical force to control their victims*. *Their assaults are premeditated*.
Anger rapists use &extreme force and restraint that results in physical injury to
the victim*. There is not a type of rapist called premeditated.
The nursing student learning about intimate partner violence correctly identifies
its prevalence in same-sex couples as what?
Same frequency as in heterosexual couples - (correct Answer) - Intimate partner
violence in same-sex couples occurs with at least the same frequency as in
heterosexual relationships, but people with same-sex partners may not be afforded
the same support.
A young adult client female is assessed after being raped. The client reports being
tied up and beaten while the perpetrator forced sexual intercourse. She recalls the
perpetrator saying, "I will make you pay." What most accurately describes this
category of rapist?
anger retaliation - (correct Answer) - In this case, the most accurate description
of this rapist is anger retaliation. In this category, the perpetrator wants to
punish the victim and often causes substantial injury.
The power assertive rapist desires to dominate and control the victim and may
repeat with the same victim.
The power reassurance rapist commits rape when the opportunity presents itself,
such as when another crime is being committed.
An anger excitement rapist acts out fantasies and can be strategic in carrying out
the crime, for example, carries a rape kit.
A mental health nurse presenting an educational program on rape for high school
students responds to the statement, "Women cry rape often times just to get even
with the guy," by offering which answer?
"Actually, fewer than 2% of all reported rapes are found to be false." - (correct
Answer) - Rape is an underreported crime due to feelings of guilt on the part of
the victim. Only approximately 2% of all reported rape cases are false.
Nurses at an urban emergency department seek to develop a plan to help women
involved in abusive relationships. *Which component is critical to the success of
the plan?*
*Access to community resources for referral* - (correct Answer) - Much of the
support and treatment that will be needed for women in abusive relationships is
needed in the community.
, *Having access to these resources is the most critical aspect to ensuring effective
and sustainable support for women in abusive situations.*
An IPV counselor in the emergency department will only be available for support
when there is an acute situation for which the client has come to hospital. Such a
component is effective but not a long-term option to support people in abusive
relationships.
A quality of life assessment tool is effective for assessment, but this is only the
initial part of the plan.
Written educational materials are important to enhance knowledge for women in
abusive situations; however, *community support services are needed to ensure
follow through and sustainability*.
Children at high risk for sexual abuse include those who - (correct Answer) - *Are
aged 3 years or younger*
Suffer from a developmental delay
Live in a home where substance abuse occurs
Have adolescent parents or a single parent
*Are in foster care*
Have primary caretakers who were sexually abused themselves
Have primary caretakers who are mentally ill or have a developmental delay
During the nurse's assessment of a new client on a medical unit, the client
confides in the nurse that the client's spouse often "slaps me around" after the
client has been drinking. What action should the nurse take in response to this
statement?
Report the client's statement promptly to the appropriate authorities. - (correct
Answer) - The nurse's responsibility in cases of suspected abuse is to report the
allegations.
It is not the nurse's responsibility to determine validity, encourage a written
statement, or counsel the client on the dynamics of the abuse.
*A nurse is working on developing a safety plan with a client who is a survivor of
violence. Which would the nurse address first?*
*Recognizing the signs of danger* - (correct Answer) - *One of the most important
teaching goals is to help survivors develop a safety plan.*
*The first step in developing such a plan is helping the survivor recognize the
signs of danger*.
Changes in tone of voice, use of alcohol and other drugs, and increased criticism
may indicate that the perpetrator is losing control.
Detecting early warning signs helps survivors to escape before battering begins.
*The next step is to devise an escape route*.
This involves mapping the house and identifying where the battering usually occurs
and what exits are available. The survivor needs to have a bag packed and hidden,
but readily accessible, containing what is needed to get away. *If children are
involved, the adult survivor should make arrangements to get them out safely*. That
