The Nurse Is Assigned to Care for a Chemically Dependent

The nurse is assigned to care for a chemically dependent client who has the potential for violent episodes. In planning to care for the client, which of the following actions is the priority? The nurse:

A) Speaks slowly to the client
B) Moves slowly when approaching the client
C) Bargains with the client to prevent the violent episodes
D) Projects an attitude of calmness when caring for the client