A woman was seen in the emergency department with a greenstick broken arm and chest bruises.She explained she fell up a staircase at home while carrying laundry to the bedrooms.Besides assessing for other injuries,which action should be taken by the nurse?

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The nurse should consider the possibility of intimate partner violence (IPV) given the nature of the injuries and the explanation provided. It is important to ask about and educate regarding IPV to ensure the patient's safety and provide appropriate resources if needed.

A Woman Was Seen in the Emergency Department with a Greenstick