Type:	Journal Article
Title:	Care for emergency department patients who have experienced domestic violence: a review of the evidence base
Other Titles:	Journal of clinical nursing
Authors:	Olive, Philippa
Keywords:	Health;Screening
Year:	2007
Publisher:	Blackwell Scientific
Citation:	16 (9), 2007
Notes:	Aims.:A literature review was conducted to identify and evaluate the research base underpinning care for emergency department patients who have experienced domestic violence. Results.:At least 6% of emergency department patients have experienced domestic violence in the previous 12 months although actual prevalence rates are probably higher. Simple direct questioning in a supportive environment is effective in facilitating disclosure and hence detecting cases of abuse. Although routine screening is most effective, index of suspicion screening is the current mode of practice in the UK. Index of suspicion screening is likely to contribute to under-detection and result in inequitable health care. Patients with supportive networks have reduced adverse mental health outcomes. Women will have negative perceptions of emergency care if their abuse is minimalized or not identified. Women want their needs and the needs of their children to be explored and addressed. Access to community resources is increased if patients receive education and information. Relevance to clinical practice.:The nursing care for patients in emergency and acute health care settings who have experienced domestic violence should focus on three domains of: (1) Providing physical, psychological and emotional support; (2) Enhancing safety of the patient and their family; (3) Promoting self-efficacy. [?2007 Wiley-Blackwell. All rights reserved. For further information, visit http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1365-2702.2007.01746.x/abstract
URI:	https://anrows.intersearch.com.au/anrowsjspui/handle/1/13707
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