Exam 32: Violence

The nurse is caring for a client who has a history of being physically and sexually abused as a child,and his father abandoned the family when he was 7 years old.The nurse recognizes that this increases the client's risk of becoming a perpetrator of rape because of which type of risk factors?

Which nursing interventions would be appropriate for a client demonstrating extreme anxiety related to posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? Select all that apply.

The nurse is discharging a client who was admitted for surgery for a compound ulnar fracture that occurred during a conflict with the client's spouse.The client states,"I hope this cast comes off before summer.Last night my husband promised me he is going to take me to Hawaii this summer.After he broke my jaw,we went to Rome." Based on this data,which phase of violence is the client experiencing?

Which type of rape often involves the use of date rape drugs?

A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client with traumatic injuries after a natural disaster.Which nursing intervention does the nurse include in the plan of care to reduce the risk of integumentary complications?

During the assessment,the nurse observes a client who was a victim of a home invasion abruptly stand up and begin to run out of the room in response to hearing a loud bang.Which should the nurse assume regarding the client's behavior?

An older adult man is transported to the emergency department after a motor vehicle crash.Which risk factors for the older adult could have contributed to the crash? Select all that apply.

The nurse is caring for a client who was diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder 4 months ago.Which should the nurse include in the client's plan of care?

A child is admitted to the hospital with physical injuries.Which assessment findings would indicate that the child is a victim of abuse? Select all that apply.

The school nurse is leading a discussion on violence with a group of adolescents.Which factors could the school nurse indicate as protective factors that may decrease the risk of violence? Select all that apply.

A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)who was admitted to the hospital for suicidal ideations and sleep disturbance due to frequent nightmares.Which is the priority nursing diagnosis for this client?

A nurse is developing a plan of care for a client diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).The client was recently admitted to the hospital for suicidal ideations and sleep disturbance due to frequent nightmares.Which is the priority goal to include in the client's plan of care?

Which diagnostic test might the healthcare team use to determine the full extent of an abuse victim's injuries if the victim complains of abdominal pain?

A client witnessed a violent bank robbery.Which assessment findings would indicate that the client is experiencing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? Select all that apply.

The nurse is providing care for a client who was the victim of sexual abuse 8 months ago.Which ongoing,long-term treatment goals are appropriate? Select all that apply.

The nurse is caring for a victim of rape.Which interventions should the nurse include in the client's plan of care? Select all that apply.

The nurse is providing care for a 2-year-old client.When assessing the client's risk for abuse,which factors increase this client's risk? Select all that apply.

A client is brought into the emergency department after being in a motor vehicle crash.The client has suffered traumatic injury that may involve multiple body systems.Which assessment is the highest priority for this client?

A young client is brought into the emergency department by a friend who says the client was "beat up" at school.The client has bruising and lacerations to the face and torso.The client is reluctant to provide the names of parents or a home address.What can the nurse safely assume about this client?

The nurse is providing care for a client who experienced several fractures as a result of intimate partner violence.Which intervention is the most appropriate to include when planning care for the client?