The nurse is providing care to a 20-year-old woman who has come to the emergency department with reports of having been sexually assaulted a few hours ago. The victim expresses concerns about contact with the authorities
What information should the nurse provide? 1. "You must agree to notification of law enforcement in order to receive referrals to support services."
2. "You are the victim of a crime and will need to make the report."
3. "The police will be able to protect you from further violence."
4. "Before any information can be disclosed, you will have to give consent."
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Rationale 1: The refusal to participate in a legal investigation does not limit the victim's access to supportive or medical services.
Rationale 2: The patient does not have to make a report.
Rationale 3: Law enforcement is not always able to protect individuals from violence.
Rationale 4: Seeking treatment does not automatically allow law enforcement authorities access to the patient and her medical information.
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