Question 1

A pattern of assaultive and coercive behaviors that adults or adolescents use against their intimate partners is known as which of the following?&#10;A) Sexual assault&#10;B) Rape&#10;C) Coercive behavior&#10;D) Intimate partner violence

Accepted Answer

Intimate partner violence refers to a pattern of assaultive and coercive behaviors that adults or adolescents use against their current or former intimate partners. This can include physical, sexual, emotional, economic, or psychological actions or threats of actions that influence another person.

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of coercive behavior?&#10;A) A man repeatedly raping his girlfriend&#10;B) A man allowing his girlfriend only a small allowance of money each month&#10;C) A man punching and kicking his girlfriend&#10;D) A man threatening to hit his girlfriend with a baseball bat

Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

Which of the following characteristics distinguishes rape from other types of sexual assault?&#10;A) The survivor experiences physical abuse in addition to sexual violence&#10;B) The survivor is sexually penetrated&#10;C) The abuser is an intimate partner of the survivor&#10;D) The survivor experiences emotional manipulation in addition to sexual violence

Accepted Answer

Rape is specifically characterized by the act of sexual penetration without the consent of the survivor, distinguishing it from other forms of sexual assault that may not involve penetration.

Question 4

What percentage of women experience some types of sexual violence in their lifetime?&#10;A) 13.9%&#10;B) 23.9%&#10;C) 33.9%&#10;D) 43.9%

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Willful, malicious, repeated following or harassing of another person that threatens the person's safety is known as which of the following?&#10;A) Stalking&#10;B) Coercive behavior&#10;C) Sexual assault&#10;D) Emotional abuse

Accepted Answer

Stalking involves willful, malicious, and repeated following or harassing of another person, often leading to a threat to the victim's safety. This definition aligns with the characteristics described in the question.

Question 6

In the cycle of violence that is often characteristic of intimate partner violence, which of the following describes what occurs as the relationship begins?&#10;A) Tension builds gradually&#10;B) The abuser is unpredictable, and the survivor feels helpless&#10;C) The abuser is contrite, attentive, and tries to make amends&#10;D) The abuser presents as loving and caring

Accepted Answer

The cycle of violence often begins with the abuser presenting as loving and caring, which can make the survivor feel secure and hopeful about the relationship.

Question 7

Bree is a 20-year-old client whom the nurse suspects of having experienced intimate partner violence (IPV). What gynecological problems associated with IPV should the nurse assess for in Bree? (Select all that apply.)

A) Ovarian cancer
B) Abdominal pain
C) Decreased sexual desire
D) Vaginal discharge
E) Endometriosis

Accepted Answer

Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) can lead to various gynecological problems due to physical trauma, stress, and sexually transmitted infections. Abdominal pain (B) can result from physical abuse or trauma. Decreased sexual desire (C) can be a psychological response to IPV. Vaginal discharge (D) may indicate sexually transmitted infections, which are more common in individuals experiencing IPV. Ovarian cancer (A) and endometriosis (E) are not directly associated with IPV.

Question 8

Jessica is a survivor of long-term intimate partner violence (IPV). What mental health conditions associated with IPV should the nurse assess for in Jessica? (Select all that apply.)&#10;A) Bipolar disorder&#10;B) Depression&#10;C) Anxiety&#10;D) Posttraumatic stress disorder&#10;E) Suicidality

Accepted Answer

Survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV) are at increased risk for a range of mental health conditions due to the trauma they have experienced. Depression, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are common among IPV survivors because of the ongoing stress, fear, and trauma associated with such violence. Suicidality is also a critical concern, as the despair and hopelessness that can accompany these experiences may lead to suicidal thoughts or attempts. Bipolar disorder, while a serious mental health condition, is not directly associated with IPV in the same way as the conditions listed above, as it is a biochemical brain disorder not caused by external trauma.

Question 9

A nurse is preparing to assess a client for intimate partner violence. Which of the following should the nurse do? (Select all that apply.)&#10;A) Observe the client for nonverbal cues that might indicate violence&#10;B) Use technical medical terms when interviewing the client&#10;C) Have the client's partner sit in on the assessment&#10;D) Be direct, honest, and professional&#10;E) Conduct the assessment in a private location

Accepted Answer

A, D, and E are correct because observing for nonverbal cues can provide insights into the client's situation that they might not verbally disclose, being direct, honest, and professional helps in establishing trust and encourages the client to open up, and conducting the assessment in a private location ensures the client's safety and privacy, encouraging them to speak freely without fear of retaliation or embarrassment.

Question 10

A nurse is caring for a client who was just sexually assaulted. Which of the following should the nurse do? (Select all that apply.)&#10;A) Collect vaginal swab specimens using a rape kit&#10;B) Take photos of the client's assault-related bruises to document&#10;C) Encourage the client to suppress feelings related to the assault&#10;D) Turn over forensic evidence to law-enforcement officials&#10;E) Offer the client prophylactic treatment for sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy

Accepted Answer

The nurse should collect evidence using a rape kit (A), document injuries with photos (B), turn over forensic evidence to law enforcement (D), and offer prophylactic treatment for STIs and pregnancy (E). Encouraging the client to suppress feelings (C) is not appropriate as it can hinder emotional healing.

Deck 42: Gender-Based Violence and Womens Health