Addressing Domestic Violence in Rural Healthcare Settings: Tips for Providers

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Screening patients for violence in the home is particularly challenging in rural areas where limited access to care and resources may be exacerbated by issues of small community confidentiality.   This feature article in The Rural Monitor, provides “Do’s and Don’ts” for a patient-centered approach that involves an entire health care practice, from reception to exam room. The article offers resources for medical provider training, legal information and nationwide organizations offering assistance.