To best address the assault victim's psychosocial needs, the forensic nurse:
a. Warns the family that the patient will likely be suicidal
b. Suggests that the family provide continuous supervision of the patient for at least 30 days
c. Encourages the patient to discuss medication therapy with the physician prior to discharge from the ED
d. Provides education to both the patient and the family regarding the signs of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
ANS: D
These patients are at extreme risk for PTSD, depression, and anxiety disorders, making edu-cation on such topics vitally important to their mental health. Although the patient may be-come depressed and have an increased risk for suicide, it is not true that the patient is likely to attempt such an act nor is it necessary to provide constant supervision. If such was needed, the patient would be hospitalized. The need for medications will be determined by the physi-cian.
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