The Nurse Is Discharging a Client Who Was Admitted for Surgery

question 41

Multiple Choice

The nurse is discharging a client who was admitted for surgery for a compound ulnar fracture that occurred during a conflict with the client's spouse. The client states, "I hope this cast comes off before summer. Last night my husband promised me he is going to take me to Hawaii this summer. After he broke my jaw, we went to Rome." Based on this data, which phase of violence is the client experiencing?

• A)The tension phase
• B)The abusive phase
• C)The honeymoon phase
• D)The reconciliation phase

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