The nurse cares for a victim of a violent assault and battery. What is the most therapeutic intervention?
a. Discourage expression of feelings until the victim enters the recoil stage.
b. Use accepting, nurturing, and empathetic communication techniques.
c. Educate the victim about strategies to avoid attacks in the future.
d. Maintain a matter-of-fact manner, and remain objective.
B
Victims of violence require the nurse to provide unconditional acceptance of them as individuals, because the victim often feels guilty and engages in self-blame. The nurse must be nurturing if the victim's needs are to be met and must be empathetic to convey understanding and promote establishment of trust.
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a. Abstain from sex. b. Use the male condom. c. Use the female condom. d. Use the barrier method.
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A. Determined only when the client is able B. Postponed until family members arrive C. Provided by the rescue squad personnel D. Determined before starting treatment