The nurse is caring for a patient with a history of violent behaviors. Which nursing interventions are most likely to prevent the patient from responding with aggressive or violent behavior? Select all that apply
1. Address the patient's anxiety as needed.
2. Determine the patient's coping mechanisms.
3. Ensure the patient's needs are met in a timely manner.
4. Assess the patient's family history of violent behaviors.
5. Avoid intervention with the patient if he or she is displaying aggression.
Answer: 1, 2, 3
Explanation: In most cases, aggressive behavior is a response to an unmet need, often combined with underlying anxiety and poor coping mechanisms. While assessing the patient's family history is important, it is unlikely to reduce the patient's risk for aggressive or violent behavior. Avoiding intervention is not therapeutic. Early intervention in the continuum of aggressive behavior will help prevent further escalation of violent behaviors.
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