The Nurse Is Caring for a Client on a Mental

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client on a mental health unit who is yelling at other clients and some of the staff. Which verbal intervention by the nurse is most consistent with the concept of advocacy?

A) "You should be ashamed of your behavior. No wonder you ended up on a mental health unit."
B) "You seem upset. Can you tell me what you think might help to calm you down?"
C) "You need to behave. If this doesn't stop you are going to be placed in restraints."
D) "You are out of control. You have no choice but to take more medication."