A Nurse Directs the Intervention Team Who Places an Aggressive

Multiple Choice

A nurse directs the intervention team who places an aggressive patient in seclusion. Before approaching the patient, which actions will the nurse direct team members to take? (Select all that apply.)

A) Appoint a person to clear a path and open, close, or lock doors.
B) Quickly approach the patient and take the closest extremity.
C) Select the person who will communicate with the patient.
D) Move behind the patient when the patient is not looking.
E) Remove jewelry, glasses, and harmful items.