When questioned about bruises,a woman states,"It was an accident.My husband just had a bad day at work.He's being so gentle now and even brought me flowers.He's going to get a new job,so it won't happen again." The nurse recognizes this client is in which phase of the cycle of battering?

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The woman's behavior and statements indicate that she is in the honeymoon phase of the cycle of battering. She is minimizing and excusing the abuse, and accepting her partner's apologies and gestures of affection. This phase is characterized by a period of calm and/or kindness after an abusive incident, where the abuser may offer gifts or promises that the abuse won't happen again. However, this phase is usually temporary and the cycle of abuse typically continues.

When Questioned About Bruises,a Woman States,"It Was an Accident