Lecture 12 - Interpersonal Violence and the Nursing Practice

Interpersonal violence (IVP) can occur between people who don't know each other (True/False).

False

Domestic violence is a preferred term over IVP (True/False).

False

Interpersonal violence can occur within or outside a family setting (True/False).

True

Interpersonal violence is complex and is not gender or age-specific (True/False).

True

What are the different forms of interpersonal violence?

- Physical

- Verbal

- Sexual

- Mental

- Emotional

- Intimidation

- Financial

- Manipulation

- Coercive

What is coercive control?

A sustained pattern of controlling and violent behaviour.

Why are women at higher risk of IVP during pregnancy?

Because of the relationship stress that occurs during pregnancy.

Why is the term strangling preferred over choking with regard to IVP?

Because choking is usually associated with food.

What are some impacts of IPV?

- Internalizing blame

- Minimizing seriousness

- Confusion

- Fear

- Coping mechanisms

What are the 3 components of the cycle of violence?

- Remorse/romance

- Tension build-up

- Violent episode

Which component of the cycle of violence usually goes away after some time?

Remorse/romance

What are some reasons why victims of IPV stay?

- Fear

- Finances

- Shame

- Distorted thoughts

- Faith

- Damaged self-worth

- Wanting to be a saviour

- Isolation

Nurses and everyone have a duty to report if anyone is experiencing IPV (True/False).

False

What does ABCD-ER stand for regarding the guiding principles of screening for IPV?

- Attitude and approachability

- Belief

- Confidentiality

- Documentation

- Education

- Recognition

The only time you can report IPV for children is when they are the subject of the violence (True/False).

False

What is the age of consent for sexual activity in Canada?

16 years old

What is the maximum age gap a 12-13-year-old can have sex with in Canada?

2-year gap

What is the maximum age gap a 14-15-year-old can have sex with in Canada?

5-year gap

You can report an IPV if you think that a relationship is exploitative (True/False).

True

What does it mean when a child has been exposed to IPV?

- Has been or is likely to be harmed

- Has been or is likely to be sexually abused or exploited

- Displays behaviours indicating emotional harm

If you cannot make the report yourself, it is recommended that you delegate reporting an IPV incidence to another person (True/False).

False

Who do you notify as a nurse when you make a report of IPV?

The manager of the health unit.

What age is considered a child in Canada?

Anyone under the age of 18.

As a nurse, you are only responsible for reporting gunshot and stab wounds if they are life-threatening (True/False).

False

Unlike child abuse, you are not obligated to report abuse against the elderly (True/False).

True

What is the Victims of Interpersonal Violence Act (VIVA)?

A law that provides legal protections and immediate safety measures for people experiencing interpersonal violence.

What are 3 tools available in VIVA?

- Emergency intervention order

- Victim's assistance order

- Warrant permitting entry

What is an emergency intervention order?

A fast court order designed to immediately protect a survivor of IPV.

What is a victim's assistance order?

A court order providing extended protection to a survivor of IPV.

What are 3 definitions of cohabitant?

- Persons who have resided together or who are residing together in a family, spousal, or intimate relationship

- Persons who are parents of one or more children

- Persons who are in an ongoing caregiving relationship

What is human trafficking?

The recruitment, transportation, transfer, holding, concealing, harbouring, or receipt of a person.

What are the different means by which human trafficking is done?

- Threat, use of force or other form of coercion, abduction, fraud, or deception

- Providing a controlled substance

- Abuse of power or position of vulnerability

- Giving or receiving payments or benefits

For what purpose is human trafficking done?

- Sexual exploitation

- Forced labour

- Removal of human organ or tissue

Consent is irrelevant to human trafficking (True/False).

True

What is the Interpersonal Violence Disclosure Protocol Act (Clare's Law)?

A law that discloses certain information to an individual to assist them in making informed decisions about their safety and relationships.

Clare's Law can be initiated by a member of the public or police (True/False)

True