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The nurse manager during a busy day shift is being evaluated for nursing care related to incident reporting. Assessment data include new chest pain rated 8/10 with diaphoresis. Which nurse response best supports psychosocial integrity?

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False reassurance that nothing is wrong.Changing the subject when the client expresses fear.Therapeutic presence, active listening, validation, and suicide or violence screening when indicated.Promising outcomes that cannot be guaranteed.

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Correct answer

C. 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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The nurse manager during a busy day shift is being evaluated for nursing care related to incident reporting. Assessment data include new chest pain rated 8/10 with diaphoresis. Which nurse response best supports psychosocial integrity?

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