A new graduate nurse asks a more experienced nurse, "I know abuse is a problem, but why must we screen all women during routine health contacts for potential abuse?" Which response by the more experienced nurse would be most appropriate?
A) "The Family Violence Prevention Fund mandates it."
B) "Consistent risk factors for women at risk have not been identified."
C) "The prevalence for physical abuse is 30%."
D) "The abuse is typically part of the presenting problem."
B
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A. 1.8 ml B. 1.5 ml C. 1.2 ml D. 1.6 ml
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a. Mutuality. c. Claiming. b. Bonding. d. Acquaintance.