A nurse notices a paranoid stare during a conversation with a client. The client then begins to fidget and gets up to pace around the room. Which action by the nurse would be beneficial?
A. Allowing the client to pace
B. Escorting the client to a quiet room
C. Changing the conversation to a less threatening subject
D. Sharing the observation with the client and helping the client recognize and acknowledge his or her feelings
Answer: D. Sharing the observation with the client and helping the client recognize and acknowledge his or her feelings
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