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 A

Explanation

A. Advocating for school policies aligns with "Policy Development and Enforcement" as it involves influencing and developing policies that can impact a large population and address public health issues systematically.

B. Educational workshops are valuable for raising awareness and educating individuals but are more aligned with direct education and promotion rather than policy development.

C. Community events promote physical activity and are effective in community engagement but fall under community outreach and health promotion rather than policy development.

D. One-on-one counseling focuses on individual support and management rather than developing or enforcing policies.

A. Living in a household with substance abuse and domestic violence B. Discipline using "time out". C. Childhood abuse D. A child behind in reading skills E. Neglect

Correct Answer is ["A","C","E"]

Explanation

A. Living in a household with substance abuse and domestic violence is an ACE that can significantly impact a child's development and mental health.

B. Discipline using "time out" is generally considered a less harmful form of discipline and not classified as an ACE.

C. Childhood abuse is a significant ACE that has long-term effects on physical and mental health.

D. Being behind in reading skills is an educational concern but not classified as an ACE.

E. Neglect is an ACE that can severely affect a child's development and well-being.

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Correct Answer is A

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