After completing this course, the learner will be able to:

1. Define domestic abuse.
2. Identify 5 risk factors for violence against a spouse or significant other.
3. Define the cycle of violence and identify the key characteristics of abusers and victims.
4. Determine 3 reasons why victims stay with the abusive partners.
5. Categorize national and state mandates against domestic violence.
6. Summarize 3 reasons why victims of domestic violence are not identified in the healthcare system.
7. Formulate a plan to assess a victim of domestic violence.