Author Question: A nurse is caring for a hospitalized client who has experienced a history of spousal abuse resulting ... (Read 41 times)

wrbasek0 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A nurse is caring for a hospitalized client who has experienced a history of spousal abuse resulting in several fractures. The first priority for the nurse is to:

A) Offer to contact outpatient services if the client promises not to return home after discharge.
B) Encourage the client to take charge of the situation.
C) Make it clear to the partner that s/he needs to see a therapist.
D) Assist the client to devise a safety or escape plan.

Question 2

A pediatric client has severe injuries to the abdomen. The nurse should suspect child abuse if the parents:

A) Encourage the child to explain the injuries.
B) Appear anxious and concerned.
C) Give a very detailed description of the events preceding the injury.
D) Have delayed seeking treatment for the child's injuries.