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Nursing diagnoses and interventions for post-acute-phase battered women
1Radford University, VA, USA.
Summary
This study identified key nursing diagnoses and interventions for women experiencing domestic violence. Comprehensive nursing care can help battered women transition to safer living situations.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Public Health
- Sociology
Background:
- Domestic violence is a significant public health issue affecting women globally.
- The post-acute phase presents unique challenges for battered women requiring specialized nursing care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify specific nursing diagnoses relevant to the post-acute phase of domestic violence.
- To determine applicable nursing interventions to support battered women's recovery and safety.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study involving in-depth interviews with eight battered women.
- Utilized Gordon's functional health patterns as a framework for data collection and analysis.
Main Results:
- Identified 53 potential nursing diagnoses and 52 nursing interventions from the data.
- Found 24 nursing diagnoses and 26 nursing interventions consistently present across all participants.
Conclusions:
- Nurses play a crucial role in supporting battered women.
- Implementing comprehensive nursing interventions can facilitate a transition to safer lifestyles for survivors of domestic violence.
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