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?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
Select all that apply.
1. Allow the patient to be alone and have long periods of quiet time.
2. Spend additional time with the patient, showing that he or she is important.
3. Ensure that family members are always present to calm the patient.
4. Sedate the patient to diffuse further encounters with the patient.
5. Include the patient in discussions of treatment plans.
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Rationale: Isolating the patient with time alone can exacerbate the problem of aggression.
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