Take the Test

1. According to federal law, sex trafficking of minors differs from sex trafficking of adults in that:

• a. The elements of force, fraud, and coercion do not need to exist if the victim is a minor.
• b. Actual physical harm must be present for an adult victim but only threatened physical harm for a minor victim.
• c. There are more serious penalties for sex trafficking of adults than of minors.
• d. Laws governing sex trafficking apply to minors but not to adults who are subject to deportation.

2. Which is a common venue for sex trafficking?

• a. Begging rings
• b. Agricultural work
• c. Truck stops
• d. Hospitality industry

3. According to the socioecological model, a history of running away from home is an example of which category of vulnerability factors for human trafficking?

• a. Individual
• b. Relationship
• c. Community
• d. Societal

4. Which is a true statement regarding the extent of human trafficking?

• a. The true prevalence is unknown, since trafficking is often concealed.
• b. It is believed that women are more frequently trafficked for agricultural labor than men.
• c. Over two thirds of sex trafficking cases involve victims under 18 years of age.
• d. Recovery from trafficking is easier for male victims.

5. Which health problem in victims of human trafficking is most likely to persist?

• a. Sexually transmitted infection
• b. Nutrition imbalance
• c. Headaches
• d. Depression

6. When documenting the history and physical of a patient who is a possible victim of human trafficking, all of the following methods are used except:

• a. Presenting the patient’s perspective.
• b. Documenting the clinician’s opinions.
• c. Photographing any injuries.
• d. Collecting forensic evidence.

7. Among these possible indicators of sex trafficking, which one is associated more with minors than adults?

• a. Presence of sexually transmitted infections
• b. Not having a place to stay
• c. Lacking identification documents
• d. Wearing clothing that is inappropriate for the weather

8. Research indicates that male victims of trafficking often do not seek services because:

• a. Western culture promotes the idea that males should be strong and self-reliant.
• b. Males are seldom victimized in that way.
• c. Males are more likely to be willing victims.
• d. Gay males accept commercial sex as a way of life.

9. When screening a patient suspected to be a trafficking victim using a trauma-informed approach, unless medically contraindicated, the healthcare provider’s first action is to:

• a. Separate the individual from anyone who might be accompanying them.
• b. Find out what happened by asking the individual open-ended questions.
• c. Inform the individual of their rights.
• d. Meet the individual’s basic needs.

10. Which is an example of a question that demonstrates the principles of a Forensic Experiential Trauma Interview?

• a. “What was your thought process?”
• b. “What were you wearing?”
• c. “Why did you do that?”
• d. “Are you here legally?”

11. When an adult patient does not disclose being exploited but the provider is highly suspicious of their situation, what are the provider’s primary goals?

• a. Treat the patient and provide support and information in the patient’s primary language
• b. Initiate a report of possible human trafficking to the appropriate law enforcement agency and contact law enforcement
• c. Treat the patient’s injuries and avoid talking about exploitation so as not to cause discomfort
• d. Provide care without touching the patient and encourage the patient to disclose their situation

12. Which is a true statement about reporting suspected human trafficking of competent adults?

• a. Any person who has a reasonable cause to suspect trafficking must make a report to law enforcement.
• b. Reporting competent adult victims is more important than protecting their right to privacy.
• c. Healthcare providers may offer counseling services to trafficking victims only after contacting law enforcement.
• d. In some states, a report of domestic violence or sexual assault must be made only with the victim’s consent.