A soldier returned home last year after deployment to a war zone. The soldier's spouse complains, "We were going to start a family but now he won't talk about it. He will not look at children. I wonder if we're going to make it as a couple." Select the nurse's best response.
A) "Posttraumatic stress disorder often changes a person's sexual functioning."
B) "I encourage you to continue to participate in social activities where children are present."
C) "Have you talked with your spouse about these reactions? Sometimes we just need to confront behavior."
D) "Posttraumatic stress disorder often strains relationships. I will suggest some community resources for help and support."

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PSTD precipitates changes that often lead to divorce. Providing support to both the veteran and spouse is important. Confrontation will not be effective. Although providing information is important, ongoing support is more effective.

A Soldier Returned Home Last Year After Deployment to a War