Which of the following nursing behaviors is appropriate when interacting with a client who may have been the victim of interpersonal abuse?
a. Ask permission to call the client's family or friends.
b. Leave the client alone to sort out thoughts.
c. Place the client in a group setting.
d. React with surprise at the details the client reveals.
A
Nursing interventions for a client who is the victim of interpersonal abuse includes provide privacy, treat with respect, do not leave client alone, reassure client that it is not their fault, use nonjudgmental manner, and ask permission to call the client's family or friends.
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