A patient has been chronically battered by her husband since they were married.Until now she had avoided dealing with her situation,but she now expresses a desire to deal with the problem since the attacks are occurring more frequently.Which outcome is realistic for the patient?

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Because the abuse has been long-term and is increasing in intensity,the patient needs to state her awareness of being in danger.When the patient accepts this fact,she may be increasingly ready to make further plans to extricate herself.The victim is not at fault for abuse.Setting a divorce date is not practical because she has not begun to pursue litigation.Retaliation is not an effective means of resolving the problem.

A Patient Has Been Chronically Battered by Her Husband Since