During the health history, a patient tells the nurse that she is in an abusive relationship and is fearful of getting hurt if her husband finds out that she told the nurse
Which of the following responses by the nurse is most appropriate for this patient? 1. "Are you saying that you are in danger?"
2. "Don't worry. They only strike back when they are angry.".
3. "I would get an attorney if I were you.".
4. "Remember, what goes around comes around.".
"Are you saying that you are in danger?"
Rationale: The nurse needs to clarify what the patient is explaining, and the best response would be for the nurse to clarify if the client is saying she is in danger. The other responses are inappropriate and would not provide support to the patient or help clarify what the patient is describing to the nurse.
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