A staff nurse tells a peer, "I find it difficult to deal with patients who have personality disorders.They can control their behavior, whereas patients with depression truly need my services." What is the peer's most helpful response?

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The best response is B because it offers a helpful solution by suggesting a clinical nurse specialist who can support the nurse in exploring her feelings and offer guidance on how to best work with patients with personality disorders. Option A does not address the nurse's concern and focuses only on patient feedback. Option C is not relevant to the nurse's need for support. Option D is inappropriate and potentially harmful, as it suggests the nurse may have personal problems and implies that psychiatric nursing may not be an appropriate practice arena for her.

A Staff Nurse Tells a Peer, "I Find It Difficult