An adult tells the nurse, "My partner abuses me only when drinking. The drinking has increased lately, but I always get an apology afterward and a box of candy. I've considered leaving but haven't been able to bring myself to actually do it." Which phase in the cycle of violence prevents the patient from leaving?

A) Tension building
B) Acute battering
C) Honeymoon
D) Recovery

Cycle of Violence

A pattern where acts of violence or abuse occur in repetitive cycles, often escalating and followed by periods of calm or reconciliation.

Honeymoon Phase

A period of time during which a couple experiences an intense and often idealized emotional connection, commonly at the beginning of a relationship.

Acute Battering

A severe form of physical violence or abuse in a domestic setting, typically leading to immediate physical and emotional trauma.