Author Question: During the first phase of the domestic abuse cycle, the female victim of domestic violence inflicted ... (Read 78 times)

lindiwe · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

During the first phase of the domestic abuse cycle, the female victim of domestic violence inflicted by a male usually displays which characteristics or behaviors? (Select all that apply.)

a. Denial of the seriousness of the problem
b. Feeling that she cannot control his behavior
c. Blaming alcohol and work for his behavior
d. Feeling that she deserves minor abuse

Question 2

A student nurse prepares to administer oral medication to a patient with major depression, but the patient refuses. The student nurse should:

a. tell the patient, Refusing medication is not permitted. You are required to take it.
b. tell the patient, I'll get an unsatisfactory grade if I don't give you the medication.
c. ask the patient's reason for refusing the medication, and report to the staff nurse.
d. document the patient's refusal of the medication without further comment.

firehawk60 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, C
The first cycle is the tension phase. During this phase, she feels that she can control his behavior, and she feels that she does not deserve minor abuse.

Answer to Question 2

C
The patient has the right to refuse medication in most instances. The patient's reason for refusing should be ascertained, and the refusal should be reported to a unit nurse. Sometimes refusals are based on unpleasant side effects that can be ameliorated. Threats and manipulation are inappropriate. Medication refusal should be reported to permit appropriate intervention.