Table 3 Item Analysis for Each Study Scale

Preparedness (n = 864)

1. I would like to talk about the issue of abuse but don't know what to say^

2. I would be hesitant to ask about WA because I have little or no experience in dealing with this situation^

3. I feel prepared asking about abuse of women who appear to me to be at risk of having been or being abused*

4. I feel prepared asking about abuse of women who do not appear to me to be at risk of having been or being abused*

5. I feel ready to respond to a woman who says "no" to my question about abuse*

6. I feel ready to respond to a women who says "yes" to my question about abuse*

7. I feel prepared sharing information on woman abuse to clients who respond "no"*

8. I am hesitant to ask about woman WA because I have not been appropriately trained^

Self-confidence (n = 878)

1. I am confident with my ability to address the issue of WA*

2. I feel that I am able to support this woman while she gets the right help*

3. I would feel confident if I were required to ask women about abuse*

4. I feel that I am a competent helper whether or not the woman and her situation change at this time*

5. I feel comfortable supporting the woman during the interview even though she may not be ready to deal with this problem in the same way I would want her to*

6. I feel comfortable discussing these practice situations with colleagues to help me deal effectively with WA*

7. I feel comfortable helping this woman access resources to help deal with the abuse*

Practitioner lack of control (n = 898)

1. Since this is a private family matter, I should not interfere^

2. There isn't anything I can do unless she asks for help^

3. I would not ask her about WA because I don't think she is ready to tell me^

4. I feel that I am not able to help women who are abused^

5. I am reluctant to intervene in case I make matters worse^

6. I would not offer any assistance since there is no effective treatment for WA^

7. I would give her written information about WA and/or available resources, but would not talk about her situation^

Comfort following disclosure (n = 910)

1. I feel I am able to listen to women's stories as they disclose the abuse they have experienced*

2. I am able to continue the discussion after a disclosure to assess the needs of the client*

Professional supports (n = 883)

1. I feel comfortable discussing these practice situations with colleagues to help them deal effectively with woman abuse*

2. I have enough supports from colleagues, mentors, supervisors, etc. to help me feel comfortable in asking about woman abuse and in dealing with the responses*

3. I participate with my practice colleagues in planning and evaluating methods to develop or improve program delivery regarding WA*

4. I have opportunities for consultations regarding how to deal with situations such as Carol's*

Practice pressures (n = 887)

1. I may forget to ask her about WA^

2. I just don't have time today to address this possible abuse issue^

3. I am reluctant to ask about WA because there are not sufficient community resources to provide assistance^

4. I am hesitant to ask about WA because I might have to call the CAS or the police^

5. I feel frustrated because I don't have the time to talk about abuse^

Abuse inquiry (n = 875)

1. I routinely initiate the topic of WA*

2. I would ask her directly if her husband has ever hit her*

3. I won't put her on the spot by initiating the topic of abuse^

4. I am hesitant to ask about WA in case the woman stops seeing me^

5. I am hesitant to ask some clients about WA because to them it is culturally acceptable^

6. I would introduce WA by stating that abuse frequently occurs and that often women are hesitant to talk about it*

7. It is an expectation to inquire about WA*

Practitioner consequences of asking (n = 896)

1. I worry about my own safety when inquiring about WA^

2. I think about possible legal consequences when asking about WA^

3. I am hesitant to ask about WA because I also treat/deal with other family members^