What is the most therapeutic approach of a nurse toward a victim ...

[magmichele12]

What is the most therapeutic approach of a nurse toward a victim of violence?
 
  1. Being supportive, nurturing, and empathetic
  2. Educating the client on how to avoid future incidents
  3. Distracting the client to minimize feelings of despair and guilt
  4. Maintaining objectivity and offering short, to-the-point responses

Question 2

A psychiatric home health nurse makes home visits in a neighborhood that has a high incidence of reported crimes. What reasonable safety measures should the nurse implement during home visits? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Make all visits in the daytime
  2. Ask for a police escort during visits
  3. Call the client before arrival at the home
  4. Carry a cell phone at all times
  5. Ask to be accompanied on visits by a co-worker

[dlook33]

Answer to Question 1

1
Rationale: It is important for victims of violence to feel supported and cared for to develop trust and work through their issues in a therapeutic environment.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3,4,5
Rationale: Make all visits in the daytime. Never enter a crime-filled neighborhood in the dark.

[magmichele12]

Great answer, keep it coming

[mohan]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it