Asked by Taryn Scott on May 11, 2024
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The nurse working at a women's health clinic is seeing a teenage female patient who has come in for a refill on her birth control medication and with a complaint of abdominal pain. When the nurse enters the room, the patient is sitting in the chair with her head down, rocking back and forth, does not make eye contact, and answers questions with no expression on her face. What assessment question would be important for the nurse to ask the patient?
A) "What brings you to the clinic today?"
B) "What can we do to help you today?"
C) "Do you feel safe in your current relationship?"
D) "Have you changed your diet lately?"
Birth Control
Various methods used to prevent pregnancy, including hormonal contraceptives, barrier methods, and surgical procedures.
Abdominal Pain
Discomfort or pain felt anywhere within the abdomen area.
Current Relationship
The ongoing interactions and bond between individuals in a personal, social, or professional context.
- Understand the importance of comprehensive assessments to identify abuse and violence in various populations.
- Comprehend the effects of abuse and violence on mental well-being and the safety of patients.
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FS
fatin sabrinaMay 12, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
This patient is exhibiting signs of being abused. It is important to ask about the safety of the patient. General questions about her visit do not give an opportunity for the patient to discuss her safety needs. While a diet change can cause stomach problems, this assessment would be addressed once safety is addressed.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the importance of comprehensive assessments to identify abuse and violence in various populations.
- Comprehend the effects of abuse and violence on mental well-being and the safety of patients.