Maternal and Child Health nurse's preparedness to respond to women and children experiencing intimate partner violence: A cross sectional study

Abstract

Background: Intimate partner violence victims regularly seek health care and support. Health care providers need to understand the complexities of partner violence and how to safely respond to clients. Policy guiding nurse identification and responses exist, yet practices and education are lagging. Maternal and Child Health nurses are required to address intimate partner violence, yet their knowledge and preparedness to undertake this work is under-explored. The most effective methods of provider training are unknown. Objectives: 1) To assess the level of Maternal and Child Health nurse intimate partner violence training and nurse preparedness to address partner violence and 2) compare group..