The nursing diagnosis of rape-trauma syndrome has been selected for a rape victim being cared for
in the emergency department.
What short-term outcome could be achieved by the time the client
leaves the emergency department? The client will state that
a. she feels safe and is entirely relaxed.
b. the memory of the rape is less vivid and less frightening.
c. her physical symptoms of pain and discomfort are no longer present.
d. she will keep a follow-up appointment with the rape victim advocate.
D
Outcomes A, B, and C are unlikely to be met during the limited time the victim is in the emergency
department. Agreeing to keep a follow-up appointment is a realistic short-term outcome.
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