Hostile or Angry Patients Present Unique Nursing Challenges from a Legal

question 14

Multiple Choice

Hostile or angry patients present unique nursing challenges from a legal perspective. Which basic interventions can a nurse take when caring for a hostile or angry patient?

• A) Allow the patient to be alone and have long periods of quiet time.
• B) Spend additional time with the patient, showing that he or she is important.
• C) Ensure that family members are always present to calm the patient.
• D) Sedate the patient to diffuse further encounters with the patient.
• E) Include the patient in discussions of treatment plans.

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