Question

the nurse is collecting assessment data on a client who is suspected to be a victim of violence. which assessment data would support the suspicion that the client is a victim of abuse? select all that apply.

Answer 1

The provider should observe the patient for any signs of fear, anxiety, infantile behavior, poor self-esteem, and mistrust in the presence of the caregiver. Caregivers may be emotionally abusive. There are various physical features that should raise the suspicion for abuse