Which statement aligns with the material about healthcare practice and domestic violence?

• A. Most healthcare professionals will encounter victims of domestic violence.
• B. Domestic violence is rarely encountered by clinicians.
• C. Only counselors deal with domestic violence cases.
• D. Domestic violence is unrelated to healthcare.

Answer: (A)

A key idea here is that domestic violence frequently shows up in healthcare settings and clinicians should be prepared to recognize and respond to it. In practice, victims may present with injuries, repeated visits for vague or unexplained symptoms, anxiety, depression, or chronic stress—all of which can be related to abuse. Because healthcare is a common point of contact for many people, most professionals will encounter someone experiencing domestic violence at some time, making this a reality of daily practice.

That’s why this option is the best fit: it reflects how common and relevant DV is to health care, emphasizing the expectation that clinicians will meet victims and have a role in screening, safety planning, and referrals. The other statements don’t fit the reality: domestic violence is not rare in clinical encounters; care isn’t limited to counselors—physicians, nurses, social workers, and others all play a part; and DV is not unrelated to health, given its broad physical and mental health impacts.