Multiple Choice
A patient whose behavior has continued to escalate despite nursing interventions begins to kick and strike out at the nurse.What is the priority nursing intervention?
A) Offering an oral PRN medication
B) Having staff stand by at a distance
C) Physically controlling the patient's behavior
D) Allowing the behavior until the patient de-escalates
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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