Author Question: When an emergency department nurse teaches a victim of rape-trauma syndrome about reactions that may ... (Read 81 times)

Awilson837 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

When an emergency department nurse teaches a victim of rape-trauma syndrome about reactions that may be experienced during the long-term phase, which symptoms should be included? Select all that apply.

a. Development of fears and phobias
b. Decreased motor activity
c. Feelings of numbness
d. Flashbacks, dreams
e. Syncopal episodes

Question 2

Every nurse who works with older adults is responsible for following the standards of geriatric nursing practice. Other caregivers have the responsibility to care for older adults using

1. a loud voice.
2. frequent documentation.
3. a defined daily routine.
4. kindness and sensitivity.

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

Answer to Question 1

A, C, D
These reactions are common to the long-term phase. Victims of rape frequently have a period of increased motor activity rather than decreased motor activity during the long-term reorganization phase. Syncopal episodes would not be expected.

Answer to Question 2

4
Caregivers have the responsibility to treat older adults with respect, kindness, and sensitivi-ty.