NCLEX Free Question 4 Client Experience Abuse

The Client Experience Abuse

NCLEX Free Questions for The Client Experience Abuse

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In working with a rape victim, which of the following is most important?

Continuing to encourage the client to report the rape to the legal authorities.

Recommending that the client resume sexual relations with her partner as soon as possible.

Periodically reminding the client that she did not deserve and did not cause the rape.

Telling the client that the rapist will eventually be caught, put on trial, and jailed.

2 / 10

A client tells the nurse that she has been raped but has not reported it to the police. After determining whether the client was injured, whether it is still possible to collect evidence, and whether to file a report, the nurse's next priority is to offer which of the following to the client?

Legal assistance.

Crisis intervention.

A rape support group.

Medication for disturbed sleep.

3 / 10

When caring for a client who was a victim of a crime, the nurse is aware that recovery from any crime can be a long and difficult process depending on the meaning it has for the client. Which of the following should the nurse establish as a victim's ultimate goal in reconstructing his or her life?
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Getting through the shock and confusion.

Carrying out home and work routines.

Resolving grief over any losses.

Regaining a sense of security and safety.

4 / 10

The mother of a school-aged child tells the nurse that, “For most of the past year, my husband was unemployed and I worked a second job. Twice during the year I spanked my son repeatedly when he refused to obey. It has not happened again. Our family is back to normal.” After assessing the family, the nurse decides that the child is still at risk for abuse. Which of the following observations best supports this conclusion?

The parents say they are taking away privileges when their son refuses to obey.

The child has talked about family activities with the nurse.

The parent's are less negative toward the nurse.

The child wears long-sleeved shirts and long pants, even in warm weather.

5 / 10

A third-grade child is referred to the mental health clinic by the school nurse because he is fearful, anxious, and socially isolated. After meeting with the client, the nurse talks with his mother, who says, “It's that school nurse again. She's done nothing but try to make trouble for our family since my son started school. And now you're in on it.” The nurse should respond by saying:

“The school nurse is concerned about your son and is only doing her job.”

“We see a number of children who go to your son's school. He isn't the only one.”

“You sound pretty angry with the school nurse. Tell me what has happened.”

“Let me tell you why your son was referred, and then you can tell me about your concerns.”

6 / 10

After months of counseling, a client abused by her husband tells the nurse that she has decided to stop treatment. There has been no abuse during this time, and she feels better able to cope with the needs of her husband and children. In discussing this decision with the client, the nurse should:
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Tell the client that this is a bad decision that she will regret in the future.

Find out more about the client's rationale for her decision to stop treatment.

Warn the client that abuse commonly stops when one partner is in treatment, only to begin again later.

Remind the client of her duty to protect her children by continuing treatment.

7 / 10

A nurse is assessing a client who is being abused. The nurse should assess the client for which characteristic? Select all that apply.

Assertiveness.

Self-blame.

Alcohol abuse.

Suicidal thoughts.

Guilt.

8 / 10

When planning the care for a client who is being abused, which of the following measures is most important to include?

Being compassionate and empathetic.

Teaching the client about abuse and the cycle of violence.

Explaining to the client about the client's personal and legal rights.

Helping the client develop a safety plan.

9 / 10

A client with suspected abuse describes her husband as a good man who works hard and provides well for his family. She does not work outside the home and states that she is proud to be a wife and mother just like her own mother. The nurse interprets the family pattern described by the client as best illustrating which of the following as characteristic of abusive families?

Tight, impermeable boundaries.

Unbalanced power ratio.

Role stereotyping.

Dysfunctional feeling tone

10 / 10

A married female client has been referred to the mental health center because she is depressed. The nurse notices bruises on her upper arms and asks about them. After denying any problems, the client starts to cry and says, “He didn't really mean to hurt me, but I hate for the kids to see this. I'm so worried about them.” Which of the following is the most crucial information for the nurse to determine?

The type and extent of abuse occurring in the family.

The potential of immediate danger to the client and her children.

The resources available to the client.

Whether the client wants to be separated from her husband.