The Patient Who Was Raped Is Extremely Upset When a Pregnancy

question 5

Multiple Choice

The patient who was raped is extremely upset when a pregnancy test confirms that she is pregnant, and requests information regarding pregnancy termination. Which statement is best for the nurse to include?

• A) "Abortion is morally wrong, and should not be undertaken."
• B) "You are too late to have a medical abortion."
• C) "Surgical abortion can result in uterine perforation."
• D) "Both medical and surgical abortions are 100% effective."

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Definitions:

Assault

An intentional act that creates an apprehension in another of an imminent, harmful or offensive contact.

Offensive Bodily Contact

Physical contact that is harmful or offensive to another person and not consented to, often considered a form of battery.

Apprehension

The fear or anticipation of future difficulty or trouble; in legal contexts, can also refer to the act of arresting someone.

Tort of Assault

A legal claim for harm caused by intentionally placing another person in fear of imminent physical harm or offensive contact.