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Elder and Domestic Violence Abuse Reporting Training

American Medical Compliance

Healthcare providers play a critical role in identifying and reporting elder and domestic violence abuse. In this comprehensive Elder and Domestic Violence Abuse Reporting course, participants will learn about the different types of abuse, mandatory reporting laws, and best practices for supporting victims.

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When the Patient History Does Not Fit

ACEP Now

The child should be undressed, and the exam conducted in a well-lit room. 1,2 If there is a concern for NAT, a complete and thorough physical exam should be performed on the child. The ED physician should pay attention to areas of bruising, both acute and chronic, patterned injuries, areas of pain or tenderness, and areas of scarring.

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Preventing Elder Abuse: Ethical Duties in Assisted Living 

American Medical Compliance

However, with the growing reliance on assisted living comes an even greater responsibility: ensuring the safety and well-being of residents. To help healthcare providers recognize, respond to, and report instances of elder abuse, we offer the Elder and Domestic Violence Abuse Reporting Training for Healthcare Providers.

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Growing Need for Women Safety in India

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

These dedicated numbers are operational 24X7, are toll-free and available to women promptly, and have integrated call centres that operate round-the-clock for providing legal or police aid as well as medical services. Ziqitza Healthcare Limited has also operated 181 Police Helpline in Punjab to provide timely assistance to the caller in need.

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Recognition and Treatment of Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura

ACEP Now

One 2009 study of four tertiary hospitals found that emergency physicians often misdiagnosed this presentation in pregnant women as “panic attack, domestic violence, or gastroenteritis.” 1 Rituximab may be given as well, largely due to prevention of relapse. 4 ADAMTS13 level can be considered to assist the inpatient team.

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Grand Rounds Recap 7.17.24

Taming the SRU

A study that began in 2010 and is currently ongoing has found that approximately 25% of women experience some sort of physical or sexual violence or stalking by a partner in their lifetimes. What is an IUP?

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The Word “Mental” in Project 2025. (vi + vii)

Maria Yang, MD

The best available evidence indicates that Housing First programs successfully house families and individuals with intersecting vulnerabilities, such as veterans, individuals experiencing substance use or mental health issues, survivors of domestic violence, and individuals with chronic medical conditions such as HIV/AIDS.