A Patient with a History of Violence Directed Toward Others

Multiple Choice

A patient with a history of violence directed toward others becomes very excited and agitated during the nurse's interview.Which intervention does the nurse implement to foster therapeutic communication?

A) Call the security staff for assistance.
B) Ask the patient to use self-control.
C) Lean forward and touch the patient's arm.
D) Assume an open, nonthreatening posture.