Short-term GoalInterventions with 2. Take the client to a private area to do the interview. 1. In collaboration with physician, ensure that all physical [Lacerations over areas of body][Fear for personal and children’s safety][Verbalizations of no way to get out of relationship] Goals/Objectives 3. If she has come alone or with her children, assure her of her Client will recognize and verbalize choices that are available, thereby perceiving some control over life situation (time dimen-sion to be individually determined).Long-term GoalClient will exhibit control over life situation by making deci-sion about what to do regarding living with cycle of abuse (time dimension to be individually determined).^316 intimate partner violence [IPV] is directed by men toward women— safety. (Author’s note:wounds, fractures, and burns receive immediate attention. Take photographs if the victim will permit. or he is not likely to be truthful about the injuries.nursing priority. Photographs may be called in as evidence if charges are fient is accompanied by the person who did the battering, she^ ●^ SPECIAL TOPICS IN PSYCHIATRIC led.Selected Rationales Female gender is used here because most Client safety is a If the cli-
2506_Ch17_310-319.indd Sec1:316 2506 Ch 17 310 - 319 .ind 5. Stress to the victim the importance of safety. She must be 4. Ensure that “rescue” efforts are not attempted by the nurse. d SOffer support, but remember that the fiabout whether this has happened before, whether the abuser made by the client. takes drugs, whether the woman has a safe place to go, and client a sense of control over her life situation. Imposing judgments and giving advice are nontherapeutic.whether she is interested in pressing charges. made aware of the variety of resources that are available to her. These may include crisis hotlines, community groups for women who have been abused, shelters, counseling services, and information regarding the victim’s rights in the civil and criminal justice system. Following a discussion of these available resources, the woman may choose for herself. If her although it is understood that men are also victims of IPV.) will attempt to keep secret how their injuries occurred in an effort to protect the partner or because they are fearful that the partner will kill them if they tell.courage her to discuss the battering incident. Ask questions ec 1 : 316 Making her own decision will give the nal decision must be Some women En- 1 10/1/10 9:37:17 AM 0 / 1 / 10 9 : 37 : 17 AM