During Shift Report on the Post-Surgical Unit, the Oncoming Nurse

Multiple Choice

During shift report on the post-surgical unit, the oncoming nurse says critically, "You didn't get that patient up to walk today? What did you do all day?" Which of the following is the most assertive response from the nurse giving report?

A) "I'm sorry, you're right. He really should have gotten up today."
B) "I don't like how you are talking to me. I work very hard all day, so do not treat me as if I have done nothing."
C) "I realize you are probably irritated, but we get busy during the day, too."
D) "You have no idea what I'm going through right now. Please stop being so mean to me."