A Student Nurse Has Just Entered a Psychiatric Rotation

question 5

Multiple Choice

A student nurse has just entered a psychiatric rotation.The student asks a nursing instructor,"How will we know if someone may get violent?" Which is the most appropriate reply by the nursing instructor?

• A)"You can't really say for sure.There are limited indicators of potential violence."
• B)"Certain behaviors indicate a potential for violence.They are labeled as a 'prodromal syndrome' and include rigid posture,clenched fists,and raised voice."
• C)"Any client can become violent,so it is best to be aware of your surroundings at all times."
• D)"When a client suddenly becomes quiet,is withdrawn,and maintains a flat affect,this is an indicator of potential violence."

Explore the psychological underpinnings of conflict, including attribution errors and balance theory.

Understand the role of conflict resolution strategies, such as tit-for-tat and principled negotiation, in enhancing group function and individual relationships.

Understand the emotional reactions of individuals when they encounter members of outgroups.

Grasp the concept and effectiveness of the jigsaw technique in reducing intergroup conflict.

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