The client states, "I hate this place. I want to go home. No one listens to me and my doctor has not been in to see me today." The client's arms are folded across the chest. The brow is furrowed and the client refuses to allow morning vital sign measurements. Which entry should be included in the nurse's charting? Select all that apply.
A) Seems angry today.
B) Unhappy with his or her care.
C) Arms are folded across his or her chest and brow is furrowed.
D) States, "I hate this place. I want to go home. No one listens to me and my doctor has not been in to see me today."
E) Refuses to allow morning vital sign measurements.

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When documenting observations of client behavior, the nurse must maintain objectivity by describing the actual behaviors, rather than attempting to interpret the behaviors. The nurse should not describe the client as angry or unhappy.

The Client States, "I Hate This Place