Question 1

Which group has the highest rate of violence?

Accepted Answer

Statistical data consistently show that young men, particularly those from minority groups, have higher rates of involvement in violent crimes compared to other demographic groups. This is influenced by a variety of social, economic, and environmental factors.

Question 2

A nurse is making a home visit to a low-income, frail, older person's home. Which of the following would most likely cause the nurse to suspect adult maltreatment?

Accepted Answer

Regular financial support to family members by a frail, older person could indicate potential exploitation, a form of adult maltreatment, especially in a low-income context.

Question 3

A nurse is caring for a woman who has been battered for several years. Which of the following has the client most likely seen an increase in over the years?

Accepted Answer

Over time, the severity of abuse in a domestic violence situation often increases as the abuser's control and power dynamics intensify.

Question 4

A public health nurse (PHN) is working in a community where there have been multiple closures of large factories, leaving many individuals without employment. Which of the following is this population most at risk for?

Accepted Answer

The answer of A public health nurse (PHN) is working...

Question 5

A nurse is assessing an individual who has been the victim of domestic violence. Which part of the body should the nurse assess first?

Accepted Answer

The answer of A nurse is assessing an individual who...

Question 6

What factor associated with crime and violence is particularly important to community health nursing practice?

Accepted Answer

Violence leads to significant mortality and morbidity, directly affecting community health by increasing the demand for medical and nursing care, and impacting the overall well-being of the community.

Question 7

Homicides are least likely to be perpetrated by what cohort?

Accepted Answer

Homicides are least likely to be perpetrated by strangers. Most homicides occur between individuals who know each other, such as friends, acquaintances, or family members, making stranger homicides relatively less common.

Question 8

A nurse is providing tertiary prevention. Which of the following interventions should be included?

Accepted Answer

Tertiary prevention focuses on managing and rehabilitating a disease or condition that has already been diagnosed. Referral to specialized services or facilities is a common tertiary prevention strategy to help manage the condition, reduce complications, and improve the patient's quality of life.

Question 9

Which statement about rape is true?

Accepted Answer

College women are at a higher risk for experiencing rape compared to the general population, due to factors such as the prevalence of rape culture on some campuses, the high incidence of acquaintance rape, and situations involving alcohol and drugs that can increase vulnerability.

Question 10

A nurse is completing a community assessment. Which of the following community characteristics would be identified as a factor for violence?

Accepted Answer

A high crime rate is a community characteristic that can be identified as a factor for violence, as it indicates a prevalence of violent activities in the area.

Question 11

A nurse assists an injured victim in finding a safe location to live after being abused. Which of the following levels of prevention is being implemented?

Accepted Answer

Secondary prevention aims to detect and intervene in the early stages of a disease or injury to prevent further progression or complications. In this case, the nurse is assisting the victim in finding a safe location to live after being abused, which is an example of secondary prevention.

Question 12

A nurse is counseling a client who has been abusive toward a spouse. Which of the following experiences has the client most likely had in the past?

Accepted Answer

Previous exposure to violence is a significant risk factor for becoming abusive. Individuals who have witnessed or experienced violence in their past, especially during childhood, are more likely to exhibit violent behaviors in their relationships.

Question 13

A nurse helps the community to take a stand against violence and advocates for elected officials and local media to make non-violence a priority. Which of the following levels of prevention is being implemented?

Accepted Answer

Primary prevention involves measures taken to prevent diseases or injuries before they occur, which includes advocating for healthy and safe community environments, such as promoting non-violence.

Question 14

A nurse is working with children who may be at risk for experiencing abuse. In which situation involving parents is child abuse most likely to occur?

Accepted Answer

Child abuse is more likely to occur in situations where parents lack a social support network, as this can lead to increased stress and isolation, making it harder for them to cope with parenting challenges.

Question 15

A nurse is developing a community program to prevent violence. Which of the following should be the first action taken by the nurse?

Accepted Answer

Identifying factors that lead to violence is the first step in developing an effective prevention program. Understanding the root causes and contributing factors allows for targeted interventions and strategies to address the issue at its source.

Question 16

Homicide is the third leading cause of death among which population?

Accepted Answer

Homicide is a leading cause of death among individuals between 15 and 34 years of age, particularly affecting young adults and teenagers.

Question 17

A nurse is caring for a child who lives in extreme poverty. Which of the following types of abuse is this child at greatest risk for?

Accepted Answer

Children living in extreme poverty are at a higher risk for physical neglect due to the lack of resources to provide adequate food, clothing, and shelter.

Question 18

What type of abuse is occurring when a child does not receive the basic nurturing and caring needed for healthy development?

Accepted Answer

Emotional neglect occurs when a child does not receive the necessary emotional support, nurturing, and care needed for healthy psychological development.

Question 19

Of the following, what is the greatest risk factor for suicide in adult women?

Accepted Answer

Intimate partner violence is recognized as a significant risk factor for suicide among adult women, due to the profound impact it has on mental health and well-being.

Question 20

A nurse is working with a recent rape survivor. Which of the following actions would be most appropriate for the nurse to implement?

Accepted Answer

Providing continuous care once the victim enters the health care system is crucial for ensuring the victim's physical and emotional needs are met promptly and consistently, which is a primary role of healthcare providers in such situations.

Quiz 38: Violence and Human Abuse