Because a woman who is being hurt by her partner may try to keep the abuse private, which of the following is known to be an indirect source to identify the abuse?
A.
Pediatric clinics
B.
Emergency rooms
C.
Women's shelters
D.
Mental health clinics
ANS: A
Because a woman will seek medical care for her children, this is a common site for initial identification of the abuse.
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