A male nurse feels uncomfortable arlund a nursing supervisor who frequently makes remarks about his strength and masculinity, despite his asking her not to. One day she referred to him as "macho man" in front of a patient. The male nurse should:
A. Accept the remarks as a compliment
B. Report the nursing supervisor to American Civil Liberties Union
C. Report the incidents to the Director of Nursing or Hospital Administrator
D. Take no action since the nurses actions do not violate any laws.
Answer: C. Report the incidents to the Director of Nursing or Hospital Administrator
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