Deck 12: Human Trafficking

Question 1

An unaccompanied teenager is being treated in the emergency department for stomach pains. Which statement would alert the health care provider to the possibility that the patient may be a victim of human trafficking?

A) "I can't pay to see a doctor."
B) "I've never been to a hospital before."
C) "You are being very nice to me."
D) "Please, please, don't hurt me."

Answer 1

D

Question 2

What assessment data would trigger the health care provider's suspicion that the patient seen in the emergency department may be a victim of human trafficking? (Select all that apply.)

A) Provides details related to cause of injury
B) Appears to be illiterate
C) Has "$50" tattooed on the left shoulder blade
D) Cannot provide a local address of residence
E) Looks much younger than state age of 21

Answer 2

B, C, D, E

Question 3

A health care provider strongly suspects that the patient being treated for a laceration to the forehead may be a victim of human trafficking. What intervention should be implemented initially before proceeding with a complete screening?

A) Determine the patient's ability to consent to treatment.
B) Begin cleansing the wound in preparation for suturing.
C) Transfer the patient to a private treatment room.
D) Notify the police of the situation.

Answer 3

C