What are the therapeutic responses for health care professionals when dealing with angry clients?


Give reassurance and offer explanations of services and procedures.

Accept clients as they are.

Use techniques to deescalate client anger.

Be patient and do not rush interactions.

Listen intently to verbal and nonverbal communication.

Document everything.

Examine your feelings and response to clients' anger.

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