A client who is being treated for psychosis has begun exhibiting signs of increasing agitation and has started repetitively opening and slamming the door to the client's room. Which of the following nursing interventions address and redirect the client's behavior?
Select all that apply.
A) "You seem upset, would you like some medication to help you with your agitation?"
B) "If you don't stop slamming the door, I will lock it the rest of the day."
C) "You need to stop slamming your door and go down the hall to the group meeting."
D) "I can see that you have some excess energy that you need to get out, but you cannot continue to slam this door."
E) "How about taking a walk with me so we can find a place for you to let go of some of your nervous energy."
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