A client who is a victim of domestic violence is visited by her husband in the hospital. To support the client, the nurse should:
1. Refuse to permit the husband to visit with the client.
2. Ask the client if there is anything that she needs at this time.
3. Call security to have the husband removed.
4. Call the police to have the husband arrested for assault.
2. Ask the client if there is anything that she needs at this time.
Rationale:
The nurse needs to maintain a nonjudgmental attitude when caring for victims of abuse and their family members. The nurse should ask the client if there is anything that she needs at this time. The nurse should not refuse to let the husband visit unless it is the client's wish to do so. The nurse should not contact security or the police.
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