A Nurse Observes an Agitated Client Pacing Up and Down

Multiple Choice

A nurse observes an agitated client pacing up and down the hallway. Which of the following statements by the nurse is the most appropriate?

A) "If you don't stop now, you're leaving us with no other choice but to restrain you until you calm down."
B) "You will be placed in seclusion until you calm down."
C) "What is causing your agitation?"
D) "You can join the group activity in the dayroom."