A patient has been physically abused by her boyfriend frequently since moving in togeth-er. During her last discussion with the nurse, the patient stated, "I probably should not keep going back to him, because he continues to abuse me."
The nurse is aware that the final decision to leave a batterer is:
a. Usually a gradual process that occurs over time
b. Likely to occur after the victim suffers a serious injury
c. More likely if the patient has approval from her family
d. Made when the batterer gives her permission to do so
ANS: A
The victim usually moves slowly when making the decision to leave the batterer because of many self-imposed constraints and many environmental factors that must be considered. It is unlikely that a batterer will give permission for the victim to leave. The remaining options are not supported by current research.
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A. 3 mL in one and 2 mL in another syringe. B. 2.5 mL in each syringe. C. 1.5 in one and 3.5 in another. D. 4 mL in one and 1 mL in the other.