A client who was raped one year ago tells the nurse that she finally is starting feel "like her old self" and can work and socialize without the fear of being attacked
The nurse realizes that which of the following is occurring with this client? 1. The client is returning to the precrisis level.
2. The client is in denial.
3. The client needs additional treatment.
4. The client has been taking sedatives.
1. The client is returning to the precrisis level.
Rationale:
Outcomes for a victim of rape are highly individualized. The client stating that she feels like her old self and is able to socialize without the fear of being attacked is approaching a precrisis level of functioning. The client is not in denial. The client may or may not need additional treatment. There is no evidence that the client has been taking sedatives.
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