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    RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Proctored Exam
    Select All That Apply

    Exhibits A nurse is caring for a client in the emergency department (ED). Which of the following actions should the nurse take? Select all that apply.

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Inform the client that they cannot refuse medical examination: All patients, including those who have been sexually assaulted, have the legal right to refuse any part of the examination. Informed consent is essential. B. Report laboratory findings to law enforcement: Unless there is a mandatory reporting law in effect for that specific jurisdiction, results and disclosures require the client's consent before being shared with law enforcement. C. Prepare to administer prophylaxis for STIs: Clients who have experienced sexual assault are at risk for sexually transmitted infections. Early administration of prophylactic antibiotics is a standard, time-sensitive intervention. D. Assess for thoughts of self-harm: Sexual assault survivors are at increased risk for depression, suicidal ideation, and PTSD. A mental health assessment should be conducted immediately to ensure safety. E. Recommend emergency contraception to the client: If pregnancy is a potential concern, emergency contraception should be offered within a limited time window after the assault, regardless of the client’s current hCG level.

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