Table 4 Response Practices - Scale and item scores
Scale Mean 33.62 SD 8.52, range = 10–50 | ||
|---|---|---|
Item | Never, Seldom, Sometimes N (%) | Almost always, always N (%) |
1. Documented the woman’s statements about DFV in her medical record | 85 (49.4) | 87 (50.6) |
2. Used a body map to document injuries | 164 (95.3) | 8 (4.7) |
3. Photographed a woman’s injuries to include in her medical record | 170 (98.8) | 2 (1.2) |
4. Notified appropriate authorities when required | 104 (60.5) | 68 (39.5) |
5. Conducted a safety assessment with the woman | 102 (59.3) | 70 (40.7) |
6. Conducted a safety assessment for the woman’s children | 101 (58.7) | 71 (41.3) |
7. Sought advice from another work colleague | 98 (57.0) | 74 (43.0) |
8. Discussed the case with / referred the case to Social Work | 98 (57.0) | 74 (43.0) |
9. Referred a woman to community domestic violence services | 116 (67.4) | 56 (32.6) |
10. Contacted a DFV service provider on behalf of a woman | 132 (76.7) | 40 (23.3) |