Citation

Ali P, McGarry J. Nurs. Stand. (1987) 2018; 32(24): 54-62.

Affiliation

School of Health Sciences, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, England.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, Royal College of Nursing)

DOI

10.7748/ns.2018.e10641

PMID

29411954

Abstract

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant issue in health and social care. Nurses may encounter individuals in healthcare settings who experience IPV, and they have an important role in supporting these people by providing person-centred care. It is important that nurses understand the complex issues involved in IPV, including those related to its presentation and effects on physical and psychological health. Nurses should also be aware of factors such as lack of knowledge among healthcare professionals and the challenge for some individuals of disclosing IPV, which can affect nurses' ability to identify and support those who experience IPV.

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Language: en

Keywords

disclosure; domestic violence and abuse; intimate partner violence; physical harm; psychological harm; safeguarding; sexual harm