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rl · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which is the most appropriate action for a nurse to take when providing emergency care to an assault victim?

a. Support the privacy of the victim.
b. Assess the socioeconomic status of the victim.
c. Question the victim about the details of the assault.
d. Educate the victim about violence prevention.

Question 2

What is the extent of the economic burden of injuries in the United States?

a. It is extensive, including medical treatment and lost productivity.
b. It is minimal, as limited funds are spent treating injuries.
c. It varies depending on the extent of the injury.
d. It has been reduced through risk reduction strategies.

wergv · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Supporting the privacy of the assault victim is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take when providing care. When providing emergency care it is not the most appropriate time to assess the client's socioeconomic status or educate the victim about violence prevention. The forensic nurse will need to document the victim's account of the assault; however, there will law enforcement involved to collect this data.

Answer to Question 2

A
The economic burden of injuries in the United States is extensive, especially when considering the costs of medical care and treatment, productivity losses (lost wages, accompanying fringe benefits), and lost ability to perform normal household responsibilities.