An occupational health nurse is called to the human resources department to assist an employee who was just informed of their unexpected, immediate termination after 20 years with the company. The employee is sitting rigidly in a chair, hyperventilating, staring blankly, and repeating, "This cannot be happening. How will I feed my children?" Which of the following is the priority nursing action?
- Escort the employee to a quiet, private room and remain present while offering a glass of water.Cevap
- BAssess the employee's past coping mechanisms for dealing with significant life changes.
- CReassure the employee that their extensive work experience will help them find a new job quickly.
- DProvide immediate referrals for local unemployment assistance and financial counseling.
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The correct action is to escort the employee to a quiet, private room and remain present while offering a glass of water.
During the initial phase of a crisis, the client's anxiety level is often severe to panic. The absolute priority is to ensure safety and physiological stabilization while decreasing environmental stimuli. Remaining present with the client in a quiet environment and providing a simple grounding action, such as offering a drink of water, addresses immediate Maslow's basic needs and helps de-escalate the panic state.
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