The Principal of a School Was Upset Over a Rumor

question 30

Multiple Choice

The principal of a school was upset over a rumor that one of the children had engaged in a violent activity that injured a younger sibling.The principal asked the nurse who the children were so that the involved teachers could both support the injured child and guard other children from the violent child.Which of the following would be the best response by the nurse?

• A) "I'll get the names to you and the involved teachers immediately."
• B) "Let me get the parents' consent, and then I'll get you the names."
• C) "Rumors are often inaccurate; let me follow up and see what happened and what needs to be done."
• D) "Why don't we coordinate a school-wide program on preventing accidents instead?"

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