A woman whose husband physically abuses her mentions to the nurse, "Someday I'll have to leave him." Which of the following would be the nurse's best response?
1. "Yes, you should, before he harms you badly."
2. "Could we talk about developing a safety plan?"
3. "Are you afraid of what your family will say?"
4. "I don't know why you would stay with him."
ANS: 2
It is well known that the woman is at high risk for being killed or seriously injured when she leaves the abuser. Having a safety plan lowers the risk and makes leaving a less nebulous idea. 1. The client must make up her own mind. 3. This sidesteps the issue of safety. 4. The client needs empowerment, not criticism.
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