Mrs. B has an irrational fear of elevators. In order to go to her testing in radiology, she must travel down floors. She is "partial weight bearing for bathroom privileges only." Your best nursing intervention for her is:
A) Demand that she use the elevator to combat the fear
B) Allow her to use the stairs and accompany her
C) Offer her a reward for using the elevator
D) Deny her pass privileges until she demonstrates ability to use the elevator
B
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