The nursing diagnosis Rape-trauma syndrome applies to a rape victim in the emergency department. Select the most appropriate outcome to achieve before discharging the patient.

A) The memory of the rape will be less vivid and less frightening.
B) The patient is able to describe feelings of safety and relaxation.
C) Symptoms of pain, discomfort, and anxiety are no longer present.
D) The patient agrees to a follow-up appointment with a rape victim advocate.

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Rashann Parker · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  Agreeing to keep a follow-up appointment is a realistic short-term outcome. The victim is in the acute phase; the distracters are unlikely to be achieved during the limited time the victim is in an emergency department.

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