Which of the following characterizes the second phase of the cycle of violence?
A) The honeymoon phase begins with apologies.
B) Physical battery is abrupt and unpredictable.
C) Verbal assaults begin to escalate toward the victim.
D) The seriousness of the problem is minimized.
Question 2
A battered pregnant woman reports to the nurse that her husband has stopped hitting her and says that he promises never to hurt her again. Which of the following is an appropriate response?
A) That's great. I wish you both the best.
B) The cycle of violence often repeats itself.
C) He probably didn't mean to hurt you.
D) You need to consider leaving him.