A nurse is teaching a client about how traumatic events affect a person. Which examples are included in the teaching plan? Select all that apply.

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Traumatic events are those that are experienced, observed, heard about, or that involve repeated exposure to adverse events. Witnessing a fatal shooting, being inside a capsized boat or hearing about a nearby terrorist attack are all traumatic events. Having regular family responsibilities is not considered to be traumatic. Culturally based experiences are not considered to be traumatic events.

A Nurse Is Teaching a Client About How Traumatic Events