A rape victim has been diagnosed as having rape-trauma syndrome: silent reaction
The nurse who
will be her counselor should carefully assess for the presence of (more than one option may be
correct)
A. the desire to repeatedly describe the rape.
B. the onset of phobic behaviors.
C. a reliance on alcohol or illegal drugs.
D. increased anxiety during the interview.
E. a pattern of sound sleep nightly.
F. a changed relationship with sexual partner.
B, D, F
Rationale: Option B: Onset of phobias is common. Option D: Increased anxiety during interviews is
evidenced by blocking, long periods of silence, stuttering, or evidence of physical distress. Option F:
Abrupt changes in relationships with sexual partners is common. Option A: The usual reaction is the
inability to describe or discuss the rape. Option C: Reliance on alcohol or illegal drugs is more often
seen in rape-trauma syndrome: compound reaction. Option E: Nightmares commonly disturb sleep.
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