The nurse is providing care to a client who is a victim of interpersonal violence. Which interventions are appropriate for this client? Select all that apply
A) Educating the client on how to avoid future incidents of violence
B) Distracting the client to avoid overwhelming feelings about the situation
C) Using a supportive, nurturing approach
D) Helping the client identify intra- and interpersonal strengths
E) Maintaining objectivity and offering short, to-the-point responses
Answer: C, D
The nurse should use a supportive, nurturing approach because it is important for victims of interpersonal violence to feel supported and cared for in order to develop trust and work through their issues. The nurse should also help the client identify intra- and interpersonal strengths because recognition of strengths will decrease feelings of helplessness. Educating the client on how to avoid future incidents of violence is not therapeutic and implies that the incident might have been the client's fault. Distracting the client will prolong the grieving process, and the client will be left with unresolved conflicted feelings. Maintaining objectivity and providing short responses discourages communication and does not offer the client the empathy and support that are needed.
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