The wife of an abusive husband reports to the nurse that her husband has been increasingly more abusive over the past year. Which of the following should be the first action that is taken by the nurse?
a. Arrange for the couple to attend marital counseling.
b. Develop a plan for the wife's escape if the violence starts again.
c. Teach the client how to avoid initiating her husband's anger.
d. Work with the client on development of self-esteem.
ANS: B
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