Which statement would indicate trauma-informed nursing actions were effective?

Which statement would indicate trauma-informed nursing actions were effective?

• A. I want to leave now.
• B. All my questions are answered.
• C. I will not talk to anyone.
• D. I understand that I will need to talk with a social worker at the child protection agency.

Answer: (D)

Trauma-informed nursing actions center on safety, trust, collaboration, and empowering the patient to access necessary supports. In cases of suspected abuse or trauma, recognizing when to connect with external professionals is a key part of this approach. Saying that you understand you will need to talk with a social worker at the child protection agency shows both awareness of the patient’s safety needs and willingness to engage with the appropriate system to ensure protections and ongoing support. It demonstrates collaboration with professionals who can assess risk, coordinate resources, and create a plan that respects the patient’s autonomy while prioritizing safety. The other statements suggest withdrawal, frustration, or disengagement from support, which are not aligned with trauma-informed care. For example, wanting to leave, feeling all questions are answered without follow-up, or refusing to talk to anyone reflect avoidance or lack of engagement with the protective and supportive resources that trauma-informed care emphasizes.

Trauma-informed nursing actions center on safety, trust, collaboration, and empowering the patient to access necessary supports. In cases of suspected abuse or trauma, recognizing when to connect with external professionals is a key part of this approach. Saying that you understand you will need to talk with a social worker at the child protection agency shows both awareness of the patient’s safety needs and willingness to engage with the appropriate system to ensure protections and ongoing support. It demonstrates collaboration with professionals who can assess risk, coordinate resources, and create a plan that respects the patient’s autonomy while prioritizing safety.

The other statements suggest withdrawal, frustration, or disengagement from support, which are not aligned with trauma-informed care. For example, wanting to leave, feeling all questions are answered without follow-up, or refusing to talk to anyone reflect avoidance or lack of engagement with the protective and supportive resources that trauma-informed care emphasizes.