A client who frequently exhibits angry outbursts is diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder. Which appropriate feedback should a nurse provide when this client experiences an angry outburst?
A. "Why do you continue to alienate your peers by your angry outbursts?"
B. "You accomplish nothing when you lose your temper like that."
C. "Showing your anger in that manner is very childish and insensitive."
D. "During group, you raised your voice, yelled at a peer, and slammed the door."
ANS: D
The nurse is providing appropriate feedback when stating, "During group, you raised your voice, yelled at a peer, and slammed the door." Giving appropriate feedback involves helping the client consider a modification of behavior. Feedback should give information to the client about how he or she is perceived by others. Feedback should not be evaluative or be used to give advice.
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