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SO00 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Which statement made by an emergency department nurse indicates accurate knowledge of domestic violence?

A. Power and control are central to the dynamic of domestic violence.
B. Poor communication and social isolation are central to the dynamic of domestic violence.
C. Erratic relationships and vulnerability are central to the dynamic of domestic violence.
D. Emotional injury and learned helplessness are central to the dynamic of domestic violence.

Question 2

A woman comes to an emergency department with a broken nose and multiple bruises after being beaten by her husband. She states, The beatings have been getting worse, and I'm afraid that next time he might kill me. Which is the appropriate nursing reply?

A. Leopards don't change their spots, and neither will he.
B. There are things you can do to prevent him from losing control.
C. Let's talk about your options so that you don't have to go home.
D. Why don't we call the police so that they can confront your husband with his behavior?

aadams68 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The nurse accurately states that power and control are central to the dynamic of domestic violence. Battering is defined as a pattern of coercive control founded on physical and/or sexual violence or threat of violence. The typical abuser is very possessive and perceives the victim as a possession.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The most appropriate reply by the nurse is to talk with the client about options so that the client does not have to return to the abusive environment. It is essential that clients make decisions independently without the nurse being the rescuer. Imposing judgments and giving advice is nontherapeutic.