A woman complains that her partner threatens her and berates her in front of the children. She denies being in an abusive relationship or being the victim of physical violence. What action by the nurse is best?

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This woman first needs to understand she is indeed in an abusive relationship. The nurse gently educates her on the type of abuse that is possible. Telling the woman what to do is likely to be met with resistance, plus the time of leaving is the most dangerous part of the relationship. The woman may not be accepting of a physical safety plan, since she states there is no physical violence. The woman may be fearful of taking written information because the abuser may find it.

A Woman Complains That Her Partner Threatens Her and Berates