Which of the following are actions the nurse can take to help victims of abuse? (Select all that apply)
A.
Reassure the patient that everything possible is being done to ensure his or her safety.
B.
Don't show empathy to the abuser.
C.
Know your own thoughts and feelings about abuse.
D.
Take the burden of deciding about notifying authorities off the patient and do it yourself.
E.
Remain nonjudgmental.
F.
Know and follow agency policies.
ANS: A, C, E, F
These responses all recognize the nurse's role to promote safety, remain nonjudgmental, and follow agency policy for reporting. In adults with capacity to make their own decisions, the patient needs to consent to reporting abuse.
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