The Nurse Is Working in the Emergency Department (ED) of a Local

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working in the emergency department (ED) of a local hospital. Which response by a patient or family member would alert the nurse to the greatest risk for displaying aggression?

A) "My brother is in a lot of pain and can't get comfortable."
B) "I am worried about my husband's condition after his heart attack."
C) "I am nervous about the upcoming surgery to repair my broken arm."
D) "My mother is very short of breath but the medication seems to be helping."