Question

What are the predisposing factors that lead to domestic abuse? What is the role of the public health nurse to prevent domestic abuse?

Answer 1

The predisposing factors that lead to domestic abuse include;

Physical or mental disability

Alcohol and drug consumption

Unemployment

Abused as a child

Young in age and thus unable to control rage

Recently divorced or in an abusive relationship.

The role of the public health nurse to prevent domestic abuse include; screening routinely for domestic violence. Urging patients with a history of known or suspected domestic violence to accept the referral.Being a supportive and compassionate counselor. Stopping further abuse. Using the help of family and friends to stop the violence.