Which behavior best demonstrates aggression?
a. Stomping away from the nurses' station, going to the hallway, and grabbing a tray from the meal cart.
b. Bursting into tears, leaving the community meeting, and sitting on a bed hugging a pillow and sobbing.
c. Telling the primary nurse, "I felt angry when you said I could not have a second helping at lunch."
d. Telling the medication nurse, "I am not going to take that, or any other, medication you try to give me."
ANS: A
Aggression is harsh physical or verbal action that reflects rage, hostility, and potential for physical or verbal destructiveness. Aggressive behavior violates the rights of others. Refusing medication is a patient's right and may be appropriate. The other incorrect options do not feature violation of another's rights.
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