A woman who is 6 months pregnant has sought medical attention, saying she fell down the stairs. Which scenario would cause an emergency department nurse to suspect that the woman has been battered?
a. The woman and her partner are having an argument that is loud and hostile.
b. The woman has injuries on various parts of her body that are in different stages of healing.
c. Examination reveals a fractured arm and fresh bruises. Her husband asks her about her pain.
d. She avoids making eye contact and is hesitant to answer questions.
B
The battered woman often has multiple injuries in various stages of healing.
This is not always an indication of battering. Many times the batterer will be attentive and refuse to leave the woman's bedside.
With battering there are injuries in various stages of healing.
It is more normal for the woman to have a flat affect.
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