[Verified Answer]: Joe is escorted to the psychiatric unit by…

Joe is escorted to the psychiatric unit by an aide. The nurse observes him sitting in the hall looking frightened. He is curled up in a corner of the bench with his arms over his head and covering his face. How should the nurse approach the patient? A. Walk over to the bench, sit beside him quietly, and place an arm around his shoulders; then say, “I’m the nurse,” and wait for a response. B. Allow him to remain alone on the bench where he can observe the unit for a half hour or so until he more comfortable. C. Greet him warmly saying, “Hi, I’m the nurse. This is a very nice unit. I think you’ll like it here. Let me show you around.” D. Sit about 3 to 4 feet from him on the bench and say, “Hello, Joe. I’m a nurse on this unit. You appear frightened”; then wait for a response.