When caring for a woman who was sexually assaulted, what is your best approach for collecting information surrounding the event? Select all that apply
a. Use a calm, reassuring voice when asking questions of your patient.
b. Ask only close family members to describe events related to the incident.
c. Provide privacy by asking questions behind a closed curtain.
d. Document the details using the patient's own words.
ANS: A, D
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