Abuse

Question 1

What populations are at an increased risk of partner violence?

Answer 1

Pregnant and Postpartum Women

Or individuals attempting to leave the relationship

Question 2

What are the screening recommendations for intimate partner violence?

Answer 2

USPSTF recommends that screening be done on all reproductive age females (Grade B recommendation)

ACOG recommends clinicians screen all pregnant patients at first prenatal visit, once every trimester, and at postpartum checkup

Question 3

What is malingering?

Answer 3

It is an intentional production of false psychological or physical symptoms for the purpose of gaining an external favor such as avoiding work.