Working with Battered Women: a Handbook for ... - Hot Peach Pages
Working with Battered Women: a Handbook for ... - Hot Peach Pages
Working with Battered Women: a Handbook for ... - Hot Peach Pages
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Specific Indicators of Abuse During Pregnancy• spontaneous or threatened miscarriages• premature contractions• low birth weight• unexplained fetal distress and demise• late prenatal care• missed appointments—especially if cancelled by male• fear of partner• asks partner <strong>for</strong> permissionThe woman's partner may also exhibit behaviors that could alert you tothe possibility of abuse:• he hovers, is unwilling to leave her side• he speaks <strong>for</strong> her/belittles what she says• he is over-solicitous <strong>with</strong> care providersWhile keeping all the indicators in mind, you will want to move into thesecond aspect of care, assessment/examination.24