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How should a clinician best treat a patient with a history of abuse/trauma?

  1. Begin invasive treatment immediately
  2. Refer the patient elsewhere to avoid the topic
  3. Avoid discussing history entirely
  4. Use a trauma-informed care approach
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Correct answer: D. Use a trauma-informed care approach

  • A. Incorrect – ignores the need to build trust and safety.
  • B. Incorrect. Reflexively referring away avoids the patient's needs; trauma-informed care (safety, choice, control) is the recommended approach.
  • C. Incorrect – sensitive acknowledgement (not avoidance) supports care.
  • D. Correct – trauma-informed care emphasizes safety, trust, choice, and control, minimizing re-traumatization (motivational/empathic clinical interviewing is part of this).

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