Emergency and Disaster Nursing NCLEX Questions Nursing Practice Question
The female client presents to the emergency department with facial lacerations and contusions. The spouse will not leave the room during the assessment interview. Which intervention should be the nurse's first action?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Escorting the client to the bathroom provides a private opportunity to assess for abuse safely. Security, discussing injuries, or mentioning police may escalate the situation.