The Nurse in the Emergency Department Is Caring for a Pregnant

question 3

Multiple Choice

The nurse in the emergency department is caring for a pregnant Middle Eastern woman in the emergency department who presents with a broken wrist and multiple bruises. When asked how this happened, she states she fell down the stairs. The husband stays very close to his wife and does most of the talking. The nurse is aware that:

• A) The patient likely did fall down the stairs.
• B) The husband is being attentive and trying to help her feel better.
• C) The husband could have battered her and possibly caused her to fall down the stairs.
• D) This patient is safe to return home after her wrist is fixed.

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