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CCNS Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist

Category - Pediatrics

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A clinical nurse specialist is caring for a fifteen-year-old female patient who is a victim of sexual assault. The patient said that she still feels as if the incident just happened recently, even though it was several months ago. The nurse should respond correctly by stating:
  1. “You need to at least try to be realistic because the incident did not just happen.”
  2. “Do you think you can do something to alleviate your fears about being raped again?”
  3. “Tell me more about the incident that causes you to feel like the incident just occurred.”
  4. “It will definitely take some time to get over these feelings about being raped.”
Explanation
Answer - C - The nurse should respond correctly by stating, “Tell me more about the incident that causes you to feel like the incident just occurred.” This statement allows the patient to express her ideas and feelings more fully. It portrays a nonhurried, nonjudgmental, and supportive attitude on the part of the nurse.
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