32 Questions
What is the definition of a workplace?
A location where someone works, for their employer or themselves
How can violence be distinguished from aggression?
Violence causes physical or psychological harm, while aggression is a general type of hostile behavior
Which of the following is categorized as a form of violent crime?
Robbery (forcibly taking something from another person)
What is the impact of violence on individuals according to the text?
It has a negative impact on those who experience or witness it in both physical and psychological ways
What does the text define as homicide?
The killing of one human being by another, sometimes for legally justifiable reasons
What is the significance of the workplace in industrialized societies according to the text?
It is the most important social space, more than the home
Which psychological disorder is NOT mentioned in the text as being associated with experiencing or witnessing violence?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
What type of violence does workplace violence usually involve?
Physical abuse
Which factor is NOT identified as increasing the risk of violence for some workers at certain worksites?
Working in well-lit areas
What is identified as one of the best protections employers can offer their workers against workplace violence?
Establishing a zero-tolerance policy toward workplace violence
Which measure is NOT mentioned as a method for reducing the likelihood of workplace violence incidents according to the text?
Psychological counseling for employees
What is identified as critical to ensure regarding workers and the workplace violence policy?
That all workers know the policy and understand that all claims of workplace violence will be investigated
What is mentioned as a potential risk factor for workplace violence in terms of time of day and location of work?
Working late at night or in areas with high crime rates
What is NOT mentioned as a group that should be covered under a zero-tolerance policy toward workplace violence?
Family members of employees
What type of program can help reduce the incidence of workplace violence in both the private sector and public workplaces?
A well-written and implemented workplace violence prevention program combined with engineering controls, administrative controls, and training
What is emphasized as critical regarding workers' knowledge of the workplace violence policy?
Ensuring that all workers know the policy and understand that all claims of workplace violence will be investigated
What is the primary role of forensic medicine in the justice system?
Assisting in solving crimes and ensuring justice
Which field of study collaborates with forensic medicine in legal cases?
Toxicology
In which ancient civilization were records of using medical knowledge in legal investigations found?
Ancient China
What is the alternative name for forensic medicine mentioned in the text?
Legal Medicine
Which professional plays a crucial role in investigating deaths and providing expert testimony in legal cases?
Forensic pathologist
What is the period mentioned for ancient Greek and Roman contribution to the early development of forensic medicine?
500 - 1500 BCE
Who is often referred to as the father of medicine?
Hippocrates
During which historical period did the study of forensic medicine decline in Europe?
Middle Ages
Who made groundbreaking contributions to the study of human anatomy during the Renaissance?
Andreas Vesalius
Which scientist is known as the father of toxicology and made significant contributions to forensic science in the 19th century?
Mathieu Orfila
What technology saw significant advancements in the 20th century that revolutionized forensic science?
Fingerprinting
What is the primary purpose of a clinical autopsy?
To understand more about diseases that may have affected the deceased
Which specialty field expanded to include disciplines such as forensic anthropology and entomology?
Forensic pathology
Who typically performs autopsies?
Pathologists
What does forensic autopsy determine when the cause of death is uncertain or suspicious?
'Cause and manner of death'
Which 20th-century technology played a crucial role in determining the cause of death in suspicious cases?
DNA analysis
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