A Patient on a Psychiatric Unit Is Found Pacing the Halls

Multiple Choice

A patient on a psychiatric unit is found pacing the halls and angrily punching at the wall. The nurse's primary goal should be to

A) assertively tell the patient to stop the behavior.
B) suggest that the patient write in a journal to help relieve anxiety.
C) speak in a loud voice in order to alert other staff members.
D) maintain safety while helping the patient.