The charge nurse is reviewing the care plans for the clients on the unit. In several care plans, the nurse has noted that the words noncompliant and manipulative have been used to describe those clients with severe mental illness. The nurse plans on discussing this with the staff at the next unit meeting. Which of the following responses will demonstrate the charge nurse's personal accountability to the staff?

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This response demonstrates the charge nurse's personal accountability to the staff by asking an open-ended question that encourages critical thinking and reflection about the negative connotations associated with using words like "noncompliant" and "manipulative." It also addresses the potential stigma towards persons with mental illness and encourages staff to consider alternative, more respectful language. The other answer choices do not address the issue in a constructive or educational manner.

The Charge Nurse Is Reviewing the Care Plans for the Clients