During an Interview, a Woman Says, "I Have Decided That

question 7

Multiple Choice

During an interview, a woman says, "I have decided that I can no longer allow my children to live with their father's violence, but I just don't seem to be able to leave him." Using interpretation, the nurse's best response would be:

• A)"You are going to leave him?"
• B)"If you are afraid for your children, then why can't you leave?"
• C)"It sounds as if you might be afraid of how your husband will respond."
• D)"It sounds as though you have made your decision.I think it is a good one."

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Definitions:

Testosterone

A steroid hormone present in both men and women, but at higher levels in men, responsible for regulating sex drive, bone mass, fat distribution, muscle mass, and strength.

Personality Disorder

A type of mental disorder marked by enduring maladaptive patterns of behavior, cognition, and inner experience, deviating from cultural expectations.

Domestic Violence

A form of abuse that occurs within a household, often between partners or family members, involving physical, psychological, or sexual harm.

Affective Aggression

Aggression driven by emotions, particularly anger, not necessarily aimed at achieving a goal but more about expressing the emotion.