The nurse suspects that a pregnant patient might be experiencing abuse when the patient: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Denies that any injuries occurred, even though bruising is visible.
2. Gives an implausible explanation for any injuries.
3. Makes eye contact with the nurse while answering questions.
4. Allows her partner to answer the nurse's questions.
5. Frequently calls to change appointment times.
1,2,4,5
Rationale 1: Whenever a patient denies injury, the nurse should suspect abuse.
Rationale 2: Often, injuries are not supported by the story the patient tells.
Rationale 3: Patients experiencing abuse often do not make eye contact.
Rationale 4: The abuser often dominates the conversation when with the victim.
Rationale 5: If a patient has injuries sustained from abuse, she will often delay or change appointments until the injuries resolve.
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