A nurse caring for a withdrawn, suspicious patient recognizes the development of feelings of anger toward the patient. The nurse should:

A) suppress the angry feelings.
B) express the anger openly and directly with the patient.
C) tell the nurse manager to assign the patient to another nurse.
D) discuss the anger with a clinician during a supervisory session.

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Nicky Lonsway · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  The nurse is accountable for the relationship. Objectivity is threatened by strong positive or negative feelings toward a patient. Supervision is necessary to work through a countertransference of feelings.

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