Multiple Choice
A patient is hospitalized after an arrest for breaking windows in the home of a former intimate partner. The history reveals childhood abuse by a punitive parent, torturing family pets, and an arrest for disorderly conduct. Which nursing diagnosis has priority?
A) Risk for injury
B) Post-trauma response
C) Disturbed thought processes
D) Risk for other-directed violence
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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