A client, age 34, has been physically abused by her husband five times during the past 2 years
During her last discussion with the nurse, the client stated, "I probably should not keep going back to my husband, since he continues to abuse me." The nurse is aware that the final decision to leave a batterer:
1. Often occurs after the victim suffers a serious injury
2. Is usually a gradual process that occurs over time
3. Is more likely if the client has approval from the church
4. Is made with the batterer's permission
ANS: 2
The victim usually moves slowly when making the decision to leave the batterer because of many self-imposed constraints and many environmental factors that must be considered. 1. This bears no relationship to the decision to leave in most cases. 3. There is no evidence to support this, alt-hough for some, it may be a factor. 4. It is unlikely that a batterer will give permission for the victim to leave.
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