Recognizing and Responding to Human Trafficking in Texas, 2nd Edition: Summary 1
Recognizing and Responding to Human Trafficking in Texas, 2nd Edition (Mandatory) 1 Contact Hour
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Author: Laura Palombi, PharmD, MPH, MAT
Laura Palombi, PharmD, MPH, MAT, is an associate professor at the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy in Duluth. Her work focuses on community engagement to address public health problems. Dr. Palombi has extensive experience in presenting and publishing on the healthcare response to human trafficking. She acknowledges Anders E. Rasmussen, a fourth-year pharmacy student, for assistance on this update.
LEARNING OUTCOMES ● Understand definitions that relate to human trafficking ● Describe the types of human trafficking and dynamics of human trafficking in the U.S. ● Describe identification and assessment strategies that can be utilized when working with potential trafficking victims
● Discuss the importance of safety planning and protocols ● Identify ways to respond and follow up when encountering a potential trafficking victim, including resources for reporting suspected victims of human trafficking
SELF-ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS
1. Which of the following is not an example of human trafficking (either labor or sex trafficking)? a. Migrant/undocumented workers coerced into working as farmhands after being transported into the U.S. b. A consenting adult (>18 years of age) engaging in sexual acts in exchange for money c. Massage therapists at an unregistered massage parlor compelled to engage in sexual acts under threat of legal action being taken against them if they refuse d. Hospitality/housekeeping service workers
2. All of the following are potential indicators that a patient is a victim of human trafficking except: a. Presenting with frequent and repeated injuries b. Being accompanied by an individual who frequently accompanies other individuals for similar acute illness/injuries
c. Presenting for reproductive care with a history of several STI screenings and multiple terminated pregnancies d. None of the above
made to work for little to no pay due to threats made against members of their family
ANSWERS: 1: B
2 : D
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