The emergency room nurse is caring for a victim of sexual assault. What pharmacologic intervention should the nurse prepare to discuss with the victim? Select all that apply.
1. Prophylactic analgesics
2. Postcoital contraceptive therapy
3. Prophylactic immunizations for tetanus
4. Postexposure prophylaxis with HIV antiviral medications
5. Prophylactic treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Question 2
During a group session of rape trauma survivors the nurse notes that one participant is in the reorganization phase of recovery. What did this participant demonstrate to cause the nurse to make this decision? Select all that apply.
1. Blames the assailant for the rape
2. Asks what she did to deserve the attack
3. Explains about constantly reliving the rape
4. Asks when the nightmares are going to stop
5. Talks about having one-night stands after bar hopping
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A nurse prepares a client for anesthesia and surgery.
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Nurse using a stethoscope
The nurse begins the general survey