Multiple Choice
A patient whose behavior has continued to escalate despite nursing interventions begins to kick and strike out at the nurse. What is the priority nursing intervention?
A) Offer an oral PRN medication.
B) Have staff stand by at a distance.
C) Physically control the patient's behavior.
D) Allow the behavior until the patient de-escalates.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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