An inpatient client with a known history of violence suddenly begins to pace.Which client behavior should alert a nurse to escalating anger and aggression?

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The nurse should assess that tense facial expressions and body language may indicate that a client's anger is escalating.The nurse should conduct a thorough assessment of the client's past and current violent behaviors and develop interventions for de-escalation.

An Inpatient Client with a Known History of Violence Suddenly