The nurse is working in the emergency department (ED) of a local hospital. Which response by a patient or family member would alert the nurse to the greatest risk for displaying aggression?
1. "My brother is in a lot of pain and can't get comfortable."
2. "I am worried about my husband's condition after his heart attack."
3. "I am nervous about the upcoming surgery to repair my broken arm."
4. "My mother is very short of breath but the medication seems to be helping."
Answer: 1
Explanation: Emergency departments (ED) are susceptible to violence by patients, visitors, and family members. Factors that increase the risk for violence include treatment of conditions such as anxiety, long wait times, and painful procedures. The individual whose brother in a lot of pain is at greatest risk for displaying aggression. The spouse who is concerned about the patient's condition is not at an increased risk for aggression. The patient who is nervous or apprehensive about an upcoming surgical procedure is not at an increased risk for aggression.
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