The wife of an abusive husband reports to the nurse that her husband has been increasingly more abusive over the past year. Which of the following should be the first action that is taken by the nurse?
a. Arrange for the couple to attend marital counseling.
b. Develop a plan for the wife's escape if the violence starts again.
c. Teach the client how to avoid initiating her husband's anger.
d. Work with the client on development of self-esteem.
Question 2
A public health nurse is hosting an informational meeting for young parents about how to balance their multiple responsibilities. Which of the following parents in attendance would be most at risk for abusing his or her own child?
a. A new mother who has joined a parents' support group
b. A father who is overwhelmed and exhausted by overtime work
c. A depressed father who was laid off from work and is missing his work colleagues
d. A mother who is missing her career challenges and friends but enjoying being home with her baby
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