Later in the day you find this patient standing in the lounge in a strange position: on one leg with both arms extended. How should you respond?
A.
Ignore the behavior, as this must be something she needs to do.
B.
Tell the patient sternly that this is not appropriate and to move to her room.
C.
Calmly acknowledge the position and ask the patient to stand on both legs.
D.
Encourage other patients in the lounge to do the same position to make the patient more comfortable.
ANS: C
This response demonstrates acceptance of the patient's behavior and also reinforces reality. Response A is not reality based. Responses B and D could be viewed as punitive or embarrassing to the patient.
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