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." This client is in which phase of the cycle of battering?

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The client is in the honeymoon phase, as she is rationalizing the abuse as an accident and her husband is being contrite and bringing her flowers. This is a common tactic used by abusers to maintain control over their partners and often leads to the cycle of abuse repeating itself.

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