The nurse is counseling a rape victim on her choices in pursuing legal action. The nurse will explain which of the following to the client? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Prosecution procedures are described as a second rape.
2. The prosecution will victimize her in court during testimony.
3. Publicity can intensify her feelings of humiliation.
4. Prosecution of the assailant is a community responsibility.
5. The client's sexual history will be publicized.
1, 3, 4
Explanation: 1. Many sexual assault survivors who have gone through the judicial process refer to it as a second rape—and sometimes a more damaging one.
3. Publicity can intensify her feelings of humiliation.
4. Prosecution of the assailant is a community responsibility in which the prosecuting attorney will act on the victim's behalf.
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