Citation

Lee FH, Yang YM, Huang JJ, Chang SC, Wang HH, Hsieh HF. J. Contin. Educ. Nurs. 2015; 46(6): 272-278.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2015, Healio)

DOI

10.3928/00220124-20150518-03

PMID

26057164

Abstract

BACKGROUND: An increasing number of survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV) have begun to seek help from hospital emergency departments. This study was conducted to develop a list of requisite clinical competencies for emergency nurses to provide adequate care for women experiencing IPV.

METHOD: An e-mail survey using the Delphi technique was administered, involving three rounds of questionnaires from 30 participants. Participants were asked to score the importance of each item on a 4-point Likert scale.

RESULTS: The study identified three dimensions, comprising 38 items of competencies related to care for individuals experiencing IPV, including Knowledge (10 items), Attitudes (11 items), and Practice (17 items).

CONCLUSION: The emergency department is where direct medical treatment and care is provided for those who have experienced IPV. The study findings can provide a reference for the development of in-service educational programs in hospitals and can guide future policy making. J Contin Educ Nurs. 2015;46(6):272-278.

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