A Woman Who Has Been Abused for a Number of Years

question 12

Multiple Choice

A woman who has been abused for a number of years asks the nurse for assistance in leaving the relationship. What response by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) Comment that she should have left long ago.
• B) Remind the patient that that fault was not likely all attributable to her abuser.
• C) Encourage her to be sure with her decision, as her abuser will be difficult to deal with.
• D) Assist the patient to develop a safety plan.

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