A client tells the community nurse that her partner has been abusive, but she doesn't want to leave. The client asks the nurse for assistance. Which nursing interventions are appropriate in this situation? Select all that apply

Tell the client that she should leave because things will not improve.

Help the client to get her partner into an appropriate treatment program.

Help the client to develop a plan to ensure safety, including phone numbers for emergency help.

Assist the client to explore available resources, including shelters and legal protection.

Communicate acceptance of the client's decision and avoid stating that the client is at fault for not leaving her partner.

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : C,D,E

A. Telling the client she should leave is not supportive and may not be appropriate; decisions about leaving should be made by the client.

B. Helping the client get her partner into a treatment program is not within the nurse's immediate role and does not address the client’s immediate safety needs.

C. Helping the client to develop a safety plan and providing emergency contact information is crucial for the client’s immediate safety and is an appropriate intervention.

D. Assisting the client to explore resources such as shelters and legal protection supports her in making informed decisions and accessing necessary help.

E. Communicating acceptance of the client's decision and avoiding blame helps build trust and ensures the client feels supported in a non-judgmental environment.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Inheriting cultural perspectives from parents is a part of cultural transmission, but it does not encompass the full complexity of individual cultural experiences.

B. Shared human experiences within a culture are significant, but they do not account for individual variations in cultural experience.

C. Cultural experiences are unique to each individual. Even within a shared cultural group, personal experiences, beliefs, and practices can vary widely. Recognizing this helps in providing more personalized and respectful care.

D. Cultural norms can change over time due to various factors such as personal experiences, societal changes, and migration. Individuals do not always demonstrate consistent cultural norms throughout their lives.

A. Assuming that the client will follow the standard care plan without modification based on their cultural beliefs. B. Requesting that the client conform to the nurse's personal beliefs and practices during their care. C. Avoiding discussion of cultural practices to prevent making the client uncomfortable. D. Inquiring about the client's cultural beliefs and preferences and incorporating them into the care plan.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Assuming the client will follow the standard care plan without considering cultural beliefs shows a lack of cultural competence. Each client's cultural context should be considered.

B. Requesting conformity to the nurse's beliefs disregards the client’s cultural preferences and is not respectful of their personal values.

C. Avoiding discussion of cultural practices can hinder understanding and appropriate care; addressing cultural practices is important for providing respectful and effective care.

D. Inquiring about the client's cultural beliefs and incorporating them into the care plan ensures that care is respectful, relevant, and tailored to the client's needs and values.

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