The clinic nurse reinforces education about intimate partner violence for a group of graduate nurses. Which of the following are appropriate for the nurse to include? Select all that apply.

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Intimate partner violence (IPV) is physically, emotionally, verbally, sexually, or economically abusive behavior inflicted by one partner against another in an intimate relationship, to maintain power and control. Nurses must be aware of the risk factors and signs of IPV to recognize victims of abuse and to intervene (eg, separating the victim from the abuser during the health history interview, providing information about community resources). Features of IPV include: The abusive partner exhibits intense jealousy and possessiveness (Option C). The victim of IPV chooses to stay in the relationship for a variety of reasons (eg, fear for life, financial or child custody concerns, religious beliefs) (Option D). The abuse begins or intensifies during pregnancy (Option E). (Options A and B) IPV occurs in all religious, socioeconomic, racial, and educational groups, and in both heterosexual and same-sex partnerships. Educational objective: Intimate partner violence (IPV) is abusive behavior inflicted by one partner against the other in an intimate relationship. IPV occurs in all religious, socioeconomic, racial, and educational groups, and in both heterosexual and same-sex partnerships. IPV often begins or intensifies during pregnancy. Victims often stay in the relationship due to fear, financial or child custody concerns, or religious beliefs, among other reasons.

The Clinic Nurse Reinforces Education About Intimate Partner Violence for a Group