In this situation, what is the most appropriate action for the LPN to take?
ACTION ONE
Anya should try to calm the situation by asking the boy and his stepmother if everything is okay.
ACTION TWO
Anya should resist the urge to interfere with a parenting issue, and ignore the situation.
ACTION ONE
Anya should try to calm the situation by asking the boy and his stepmother if everything is okay.
FOR THE PATIENT
The boy was treated for a sore throat, which was the complaint that brought him and his stepmother into the office. Despite the tense scene in the exam room, the family kept attending the practice.
FOR THE PRACTICE
The practice retained the family as patients, and neither lost nor gained any business as a result of the family’s experience.
FOR THE EMPLOYEE
The employee was congratulated for her alertness and for bringing the situation to the attention of her supervisor. This was a significant positive for her during her next employment review.
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