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spouse abuse
(also see domestic violence)
Intentional infliction of physical or psychologic injury to one's spouse.
It is not reportable because the victim is physically able to leave the situation.
If a provider is treating an injury, he/she suspectes is the result of spouse abuse, the injury is reportable.
Efforts to provide community resources should be made.
Contact social worker.
Related
domestic violence (includes intimate partner violence)
General
abuse
References
Veterans Administration