What must be done when assessing an injured patient? (Select all that

QUESTION

What must be done when assessing an injured patient? (Select all that apply.)

1. Ensure privacy
2. Be alert for signs of abuse
3. Provide safety
4. Assert personal values
5. Display a nonjudgmental demeanor

ANSWER:

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5

Ensuring victim privacy and safety is paramount for the nurse in order to develop a trusting nurse-client relationship. Only then will a victim feel safe from the perpetrator and allow him or herself to view family violence reality in an objective manner. The nurse should convey a nonjudgmental manner; in other words, the nurse should avoid blaming the victim or the abuser or looking for pathological elements in anyone’s behavior. Being nonjudgmental will aid in building a positive interaction with the patient. During the physical assessment the nurse should be alert for signs of abuse and document the findings. Personal values are inappropriate during any assessment.