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Question 1 of 5

A woman comes into the Emergency Department in a severe state of anxiety following a car accident. The appropriate nursing intervention is to:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C: Remain with the client. This is the appropriate nursing intervention because the presence of a supportive and calming figure can help reduce the client's anxiety and provide reassurance. By staying with the client, the nurse can offer comfort, monitor the client's condition, and provide immediate assistance if needed.
Choice A is incorrect as isolating the client in a quiet room may increase feelings of isolation and fear.
Choice B, teaching deep breathing, may be beneficial but may not address the immediate need for emotional support.
Choice D, encouraging the client to talk about their feelings, may be overwhelming in a state of severe anxiety and could worsen the situation.

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