It can sometimes be difficult for a nurse to ask a patient about domestic violence because they are scared at what they might say (Allard 2013). Also, it is important for a nurse to have an idea about what types of questions to ask to a patient they believe is experiencing domestic violence. For example, “Do you feel safe in your current or previous relationships?” (Blais & Hayes, 2016, p. 444). Asking a patient a direct questions can make them feel more comfortable about speaking out about what they have been experiencing. Another important aspect of addressing the issue of domestic violence is that a nurse needs to be alone with the patient (Allard 2013). Allowing other members into the room with a patient while they are being screened for domestic violence can cause serious harm to them after they leave the facility. It can be difficult to address someone who has experienced domestic violence, but it is important for nurses to addresses these issues so we can provide support for that
It can sometimes be difficult for a nurse to ask a patient about domestic violence because they are scared at what they might say (Allard 2013). Also, it is important for a nurse to have an idea about what types of questions to ask to a patient they believe is experiencing domestic violence. For example, “Do you feel safe in your current or previous relationships?” (Blais & Hayes, 2016, p. 444). Asking a patient a direct questions can make them feel more comfortable about speaking out about what they have been experiencing. Another important aspect of addressing the issue of domestic violence is that a nurse needs to be alone with the patient (Allard 2013). Allowing other members into the room with a patient while they are being screened for domestic violence can cause serious harm to them after they leave the facility. It can be difficult to address someone who has experienced domestic violence, but it is important for nurses to addresses these issues so we can provide support for that