Intimate Partner Violence Detected during Abortion-Related Visits: A Systematic Review of Screenings and Interventions

Conclusion Screening for and intervening on IPV at abortion-related visits are associated with positive outcomes for patient safety and the patient–provider relationship. However, data on effective tools for identifying and supporting these patients are extremely limited. This review emphasizes the unmet need for implementation and evaluation of IPV-specific interventions during abortion-related clinical encounters. Key Points [...] Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text
Source: American Journal of Perinatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research