A married individual has recently been absent from work for 3-day periods on several occasions. Each time, the individual returns to work wearing dark glasses. Facial and body bruises are apparent
What is the occupational health nurse's priority question?
a. "Do you drink excessively?"
b. "Did your partner beat you?"
c. "How did this happen to you?"
d. "What did you do to deserve this?"
ANS: C
Obtaining the victim's explanation is necessary. If the explanation does not match the injuries or if the victim minimizes the injuries, abuse should be suspected.
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