The patient with a right-sided paralysis from a stroke becomes frustrated when attempting to self-feed.He throws the spoon at the nurse and begins to cry.What nursing action(s) is/are most appropriate at this time?
A) Retrieve the spoon and sit quietly for a few seconds.
B) Touch the patient and inquire if he would rather have a high-protein milkshake for his meal.
C) Remind the patient that such behavior is not acceptable.
D) Add an intervention to the NCP for increased support with self-feeding.
E) Complete an incident report.
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