ATI RN
ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 Questions
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A patient in an abusive relationship is hospitalized with abdominal and head trauma caused by their partner. The partner sends flowers to the patient and pizzas for all the staff. Via video chat the partner tearfully begs the patient to forgive them and not press charges. The partner states "I just want you me and the kids to be together. You know you do too." What conclusions can the nurse make about this scenario? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
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Rationale: The correct answers are A, B, and E.
A) Sending flowers after abuse is an example of undoing, a tactic used to manipulate the victim into forgiving the abuser.
B) The partner's tearful plea and gifts suggest they are in the honeymoon phase, where the abuser tries to regain control after an incident of abuse. E) Sending pizzas to the staff can be a manipulation tactic to garner sympathy. Incorrect answers:
C) Assuming the patient has a submissive personality and depression is a judgment and not supported by the scenario.
D) Hospitalization does not necessarily indicate the end of the relationship.
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