A Client on an Inpatient Unit Angrily Says to a Nurse

question 8

Multiple Choice

A client on an inpatient unit angrily says to a nurse, "Peter is not cleaning up after himself in the community bathroom. You need to address this problem." Which is the appropriate nursing response?

• A) "I'll talk to Peter and present your concerns."
• B) "Why are you overreacting to this issue?"
• C) "You should bring this to the attention of your treatment team."
• D) "I can see that you are angry. Let's discuss ways to approach Peter with your concerns."

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