A Patient Is Increasingly Tense, Pacing the Hall and Glaring

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient is increasingly tense, pacing the hall and glaring angrily at others.What is the nurse's best response to this patient's behavior?

• A) "It looks as though you are feeling upset.Please tell me what's concerning you."
• B) "I can see you are on the verge of losing control.What can I do to help you?"
• C) "You must maintain control of your feelings even if you are feeling angry."
• D) "I'm going to give you an injection of your medication to prevent loss of control."

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Definitions:

Temperament

The inherent part of an individual's personality that influences how they react to the environment and situations, often evident from infancy.

Egocentrism

The inability to differentiate between one's own perspective and the perspective of others.

Intuitionist Perspective

A philosophical viewpoint that emphasizes intuition as a primary or foundational source of knowledge or ethical decision-making.

Psychosocial Perspective

A viewpoint that considers individual psychological development within the context of social relationships and societal structures.