When the nurse is alone with a battered client, the client seems extremely anxious and says, "It was all my fault. The house was so messy when he got home and I know he hates that." The best response by the nurse is:
a. "No one deserves to be hurt. It's not your fault. How can I help you?"
b. "What else do you do that makes him angry enough to hurt you?"
c. "He will never find out what we talk about. Don't worry. We're here to help you."
d. "You have to remember that he is frustrated and angry, so he takes it out on you."
A
The nurse should stress that the client is not at fault.
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