Author Question: The nurse enters the emergency department cubicle of a rape victim and hears the client scream ... (Read 95 times)

jeatrice · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

The nurse enters the emergency department cubicle of a rape victim and hears the client scream
What are you doing to me? The nurse notes a technician standing with a comb who is about to
begin combing the client's pubic hair.

The client right that has been violated is
a. advocacy.
b. confidentiality.
c. informed consent.
d. crisis intervention counseling.

Question 2

A client who has been diagnosed with breast cancer has many questions related to surgery, radiation
therapy, and chemotherapy.

The nurse provides education about the disease and treatments but
perceives that the client has further questions about coping with day-to-day situations. The action of
greatest benefit to the client would be
a. suggesting cognitive-behavioral therapy.
b. teaching her to monitor her stress level.
c. suggesting she enroll in a pain management program.
d. referring her to a support group for individuals with breast cancer.

reversalruiz · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
The client has a right to have rape protocol explained and to give consent to proceed through the
protocol. Options A and B: Data are not conclusive that the rights to advocacy or confidentiality
have been violated. Option D: Crisis intervention counseling is not a specific right, although the
client does have a right to be treated.

Answer to Question 2

D
Clients with breast cancer are often helped by the support and knowledge shared in support group
meetings. Techniques for coping can be learned from women who have had similar experiences.
Option A: There is no indication that the client is demonstrating negative cognitions. Option B:
Monitoring stress level is insufficient. The client would also need to be taught stress management
techniques. Option C: Pain management is not currently indicated.