Using a Cognitive Approach,which Intervention Would the Nurse Choose to Assist

question 25

Multiple Choice

Using a cognitive approach,which intervention would the nurse choose to assist clients to manage anger without the use of violence?

• A)Assist the client to identify thoughts that trigger anger and substitute reality-based thinking.
• B)Provide consequences,such as removal from group therapy,in response to angry outbursts.
• C)Administer antipsychotic medications and use limit setting such as a room restriction.
• D)Administer antianxiety medication and encourage participation in a group on medication actions.

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