Ethics, legal nursing, delegation, prioritization · practice question
A 64-year-old client on a medical-surgical unit is being evaluated for nursing care related to priority setting. Assessment data include UAP reports the client fell in the bathroom. Which nurse response best supports psychosocial integrity?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
D. Therapeutic presence, active listening, validation, and suicide or violence screening when indicated.
Why
Psychosocial integrity items reward therapeutic communication and appropriate safety screening, not avoidance or false promises.
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