The Nurse Is Working in the Emergency Department (ED) of a Local

question 29

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working in the emergency department (ED) of a local hospital. Which response by a patient or family member would alert the nurse to the greatest risk for displaying aggression?

• A) "My brother is in a lot of pain and can't get comfortable."
• B) "I am worried about my husband's condition after his heart attack."
• C) "I am nervous about the upcoming surgery to repair my broken arm."
• D) "My mother is very short of breath but the medication seems to be helping."

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