The nurse suspects that a client has been physically abused, but the woman refuses to report the abuse to the police
Which statement by the client suggests to the nurse that the relationship might be in the "honeymoon period" of the cycle of violence? 1. "My boyfriend says he will never hurt me again."
2. "My boyfriend only drinks alcohol on the weekends."
3. "My boyfriend yells less than he used to."
4. "My boyfriend has frequent bouts of insomnia."
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Explanation: 1. This is an example of a statement made during the honeymoon period of the cycle of violence.
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