An Adult Tells the Nurse,"My Partner Abuses Me Most Often

An adult tells the nurse,"My partner abuses me most often when drinking.The drinking has increased lately,but I always get an apology afterward and a box of candy.I've considered leaving but haven't been able to bring myself to actually do it." Which phase in the cycle of violence prevents the patient from leaving?

A) Tension building
B) Acute battering
C) Honeymoon
D) Recovery