A patient in the emergency department shows disorganized behavior and incoherence after a friend suggested a homosexual encounter. In which room should the nurse place the patient?
a. An interview room furnished with a desk and two chairs
b. A small, empty storage room with no windows or furniture
c. A room with an examining table, instrument cabinets, desk, and chair
d. The nurse's office, furnished with chairs, files, magazines, and bookcases
Question 2
A patient is experiencing moderate anxiety. The nurse encourages the patient to talk about feelings and concerns. What is the rationale for this intervention?
a. Offering hope allays and defuses the patient's anxiety.
b. Concerns stated aloud become less overwhelming and help problem solving begin.
c. Anxiety is reduced by focusing on and validating what is occurring in the environment.
d. Encouraging patients to explore alternatives increases the sense of control and lessens anxiety.
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