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⚠️ TW: On the NCLEX, you may receive questions that revolve around abuse, neglect, or violence.
There are only THREE big things to remember when it comes to these types of questions.
1️⃣ Safety is always the priority. Do not discharge the patient without ensuring they have a safe place to live or contact information for a safe haven.
2️⃣ Conduct a detailed assessment BEFORE making assumptions and reporting to authorities.
👉Tip: If intimate partner violence is suspected, have the partner leave the room and speak with the client in private to get information.
3️⃣ The nurse is required to report child abuse. A competent adult can choose whether to report abuse & neglect.
💜 Remember: The nurse should not accuse or pass judgment in these situations. Nobody deserves abu