A nursing instructor is teaching about violence-intervention protocols. Which student statement would indicate the need for further instruction?
A. "Administering psychotropic medications can be a part of violence-intervention protocols."B. "Soothing the client by stroking an arm or shoulder can be a part of violence-intervention protocols."C. "Applying leather restraints can be a part of violence-intervention protocols."D. "Calling for assistance is a part of violence-intervention protocols."
B
Touching the client could be seen by him or her as threatening and provoke further violence.
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