A client suspected of being a victim of abuse returns to the emergency department and, sobbing, tells the nurse, “I guess you really know that my husband beats me and that's why I have bruises all...

A client suspected of being a victim of abuse returns to the emergency department and, sobbing, tells the nurse, “I guess you really know that my husband beats me and that's why I have bruises all over my body. I don't know what to do. I'm afraid he'll kill me one of these times.” Which of the following responses best demonstrates that the nurse recognizes the client's needs at this time?

1. “The fear that your husband will kill you is unfounded.”

2. “We can begin by discussing various options open to you.”

3. “You can legally leave your husband because he has no right to hurt you.”

4. “We can begin by listing ways to avoid making your husband angry with you.”