A nurse is leading a group in which members are encouraged to discuss their feelings and emotions. The group session is just starting when a patient stomps into the room, slams his notebook down on a table, and sits down
His affect is one of anger and hostility. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A) Keep the focus off the patient so his anger has time to de-escalate.
B) Suggest the patient make a private counseling appointment to address his anger issues.
C) Ask the patient to leave the group until he is calmer.
D) Encourage the patient to discuss his anger with the group.
D
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