A Client Diagnosed with Brief Psychotic Disorder Is Pacing the Milieu

question 17

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with brief psychotic disorder is pacing the milieu and occasionally punches the wall.Which should be the initial nursing action?

• A) Assertively instruct the client to stop punching the wall.
• B) Encourage the client to write down feelings in a journal.
• C) With the help of staff, initiate seclusion protocol.
• D) Ensure adequate physical space between the nurse and the client.

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