A 30-year-old woman has been sexually assaulted. She is crying, and appears withdrawn and frightened. Which of the following strategies would be appropriate to use when caring for this patient?
A) Give the patient clear direction by telling her where to sit and what to do.
B) Calm the patient by explaining to her that she will be OK, and that many women recover quickly from sexual assault.
C) Allow the patient to control all aspects of the interaction, such as where she rides in the ambulance and what care is provided.
D) Talk to the patient in a low and quiet voice, using simple words, so as not to frighten her.
C
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