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(T74.1) Physical abuse
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27 654 in individuals diagnosis physical abuse confirmed
Diagnosis physical abuse is diagnosed Women are 9.39% more likely than Men
12 528
Men receive the diagnosis physical abuse
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis physical abuse
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease physical abuse - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69, 80-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 70-79, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 75-79, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-74, 80-84
Disease Features physical abuse
Absence or low individual and public risk
Physical abuse - what does this mean
Physical abuse is the intentional use of physical force against another person, resulting in pain, injury, or impairment. it can include hitting, kicking, shaking, burning, strangling, and other forms of physical assault. it can also include the use of objects to inflict harm, such as hitting with a belt or throwing something at a person.
What happens during the disease - physical abuse
Physical abuse is the intentional use of physical force that results in bodily injury, pain, or impairment. it can include hitting, kicking, burning, biting, hair pulling, choking, shaking, and other forms of physical assault. the physical trauma caused by physical abuse can lead to long-term physical and psychological consequences, including chronic pain, impaired mobility, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Conduct a physical exam to look for signs of physical abuse.
- Conduct a psychological assessment to assess the patient's mental health.
- Interview the patient to gather information about the incident.
- Interview other family members or witnesses to the incident.
- Review medical records and other documents related to the incident.
- Conduct a background check on the patient and any other individuals involved.
- Conduct a risk assessment to evaluate the potential for future abuse.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To provide the patient with resources to cope with the physical abuse and to build a more positive future.
- Provide the patient with counseling to address the trauma of physical abuse
- Encourage the patient to build a support system
- Provide the patient with education on healthy relationships
- Help the patient to establish boundaries and set limits
- Help the patient to develop positive coping skills
- Encourage the patient to seek legal help if necessary
- Help the patient to develop a safety plan
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Physical abuse - Prevention
Physical abuse can be prevented by providing education to individuals and communities on healthy relationships, communication, and conflict resolution. additionally, the implementation of laws and policies to protect victims of physical abuse, as well as providing access to support services and resources, can help to reduce the occurrence of physical abuse.