After working with a client who has a history of violent behavior to identify possible clues that suggest the behavior is escalating, the nurse and client develop a plan for prevention. Which strategy would they be least likely to include?
A) Counting to 10
B) Taking slow deep breaths
C) Turning up the music loudly
D) Taking a voluntary time out
Ans: C
Turning up the music loudly would add additional stimulation, which could contribute to increasing the stress and stimulation of the situation. Rather, the suggestion would be to listen to quiet music or read. Counting to 10, taking slow deep breaths, and taking a voluntary time out would be appropriate.
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