BS Nursing Clinical Practicum
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186. A patient who is actively psychotic and agitated attempts to physically harm a staff member. What is the immediate action to ensure safety?

A. Engage in verbal de-escalation for 30 minutes
B. Call for assistance, ensure safety of all, and consider physical restraint or rapid tranquilization as per protocol
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C. Yell at the patient to stop
D. Leave the patient alone in the room

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  • Engage in verbal de-escalation for 30 minutes
  • Call for assistance, ensure safety of all, and consider physical restraint or rapid tranquilization as per protocol
  • Yell at the patient to stop
  • Leave the patient alone in the room

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