In the Shift-Change Report, an Off-Going Nurse Criticizes a Patient

Multiple Choice

In the shift-change report, an off-going nurse criticizes a patient who wears heavy makeup. Which comment by the nurse who receives the report best demonstrates advocacy?

A) "This is a psychiatric hospital, so we expect our patients to behave bizarrely."
B) "Let's all show acceptance of this patient by wearing lots of makeup too."
C) "Your comments are inconsiderate and inappropriate. Keep the report objective."
D) "Our patients need our help to learn behaviors that will help them get along in society."