The client's son is yelling and is hitting his hand with a rolled up newspaper. Which stage of aggression does the nurse identify that the client's son is exhibiting?

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During the escalation phase of aggression, a person may exhibit yelling and threatening, clenched fist, threatening gestures. During the triggering phase of aggression, a person may exhibit signs and symptoms and behaviors including restlessness, anxiety, irritability, pacing, muscle tension, rapid breathing, perspiration, loud voice, and anger.

The Client's Son Is Yelling and Is Hitting His Hand