A rape victim tells the emergency nurse, "I feel so dirty. Help me take a shower before I get examined." The nurse should: (select all that apply)
a. arrange for the victim to shower.
b. explain that bathing destroys evidence.
c. give the victim a basin of water and towels.
d. offer the victim a shower after evidence is collected.
e. explain that bathing facilities are not available in the emergency department.
ANS: B, D
As uncomfortable as the victim may be, she should not bathe until the examination is completed. Collection of evidence is critical for prosecution of the attacker. Showering after the examination will provide comfort to the victim. The distracters will result in destruction of evidence or are untrue.
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