When the nurse is alone with a battered patient, the patient 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."
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A The nurse should stress that the patient is not at fault.
B This is placing the blame on the woman.
C This is false reassurance. In order to assist the woman, many times the batterer
will find out about the conversation.
D This is placing the blame on the woman and finding excuses for the batterer.
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