Which Is the Highest Priority Intervention for a Family with the Nursing

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which is the highest priority intervention for a family with the nursing diagnosis risk for other-directed violence related to drug and alcohol abuse?

• A) Teach the family about the use of relaxation techniques to release frustration.
• B) Assess the family members' ability to protect themselves from injury or harm.
• C) Help family members to pray for continued abstinence from drugs and alcohol.
• D) Use therapeutic massage and calming music to help decrease agitation and anxiety.

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