A nurse is demonstrating how to use effective communication when dealing with conflict. Which of the following statements would be most appropriate for the nurse to make?
a. I am so angry that you are late again that you are grounded for a week.
b. When you miss an appointment, I am hurt.
c. Because you cannot be on time, you cannot have the car for a week.
d. I feel anxious when you do not come home on time because I worry about your safety.
Answer: d. I feel anxious whe you do not come home on time because I worry about your safety.
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