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Social work consultation for domestic violence screening
Meaning
Request for a social worker to assess a patient for potential domestic violence.
Clinical Context
Used when there is a suspicion or concern for intimate partner violence based on patient presentation, history, or behavior.
Example Usage
"Social work consult placed for domestic violence screening due to patient's vague answers regarding the origin of injuries."
Usage Context
This phrase indicates the initiation of a formal request for social work involvement specifically to evaluate the patient's risk or experience of domestic violence.
Related Phrases
Intimate partner violenceDomestic abuseSafe discharge planningVictim of abuseSafety assessment
Related ICD-10 Code
Z91.418
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about using medical phrases in clinical documentation
When documenting "Social work consultation for domestic violence screening" in your clinical notes, ensure it's placed in the appropriate section (Plan) and provides clear, accurate information about the patient's condition. Always follow your institution's documentation guidelines and ensure the phrase accurately reflects the patient's clinical status.
This phrase is clinically significant because used when there is a suspicion or concern for intimate partner violence based on patient presentation, history, or behavior. It helps healthcare providers understand the patient's condition and make informed decisions about diagnosis and treatment planning.
While this phrase is commonly used in Emergency Medicine, similar documentation may be applicable across multiple specialties when the clinical context is appropriate. Always ensure the phrase accurately describes the patient's condition regardless of the specialty context.