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The quality-improvement nurse reviewing fall-rate data is being evaluated for evidence-based practice and translating evidence into practice. Assessment data include a guideline recommends chlorhexidine bathing for central-line infection prevention. Which nurse response best supports psychosocial integrity?

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

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Correct answer

A. 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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