When a woman seeks care for an injury, the nurse should be alert to which clues of abuse? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Defensive injuries
2. Immediate reporting of symptoms or seeking care for injuries
3. Lack of eye contact
4. Providing too much detailed information about the injury
5. Vague complaints without accompanying pathology
1, 3, 5
Explanation: 1. Defensive injuries may be a sign of abuse.
3. Lack of eye contact may be a sign of abuse.
5. Vague complaints without accompanying pathology may be a sign of abuse.
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