The nurse is orienting a new staff member in an inpatient mental health unit when a client begins to act in a violent manner. The nurse should explain to the new staff member that some clients use violence and aggression to

a) practice assertiveness skills.
b) be placed in their rooms by themselves.
c) relive their childhood experiences.
d) get what they want.


Ans: d) get what they want.
Explanation: The nurse should explain to the new staff member that some clients use violence and aggression to get what they want or to force change or regain control. The client may also be seeking attention.

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