An adolescent hospitalized after a violent physical outburst tells the nurse, "I'm going to kill my parents, but you can't tell them." Select the nurse's initial response.

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The nurse's obligation is to prioritize the safety of the patient and others. Therefore, the correct initial response would be to inform the treatment team of the patient's threat of violence against their parents. This will allow the treatment team to develop a plan to ensure the safety of all involved.

An Adolescent Hospitalized After a Violent Physical Outburst Tells the Nurse