A patient is very suspicious and states,"The FBI has me under surveillance." Which strategies should the nurse to use when gathering initial assessment data about this patient? More than one answer is correct.

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During the assessment interview,the nurse should listen attentively and accept the patient's statements in a nonjudgmental way.Because the patient is suspicious and fearful,reassuring safety may be helpful,although trust is unlikely so early in the relationship.It is important for the nurse to try to understand the patient's views.

A Patient Is Very Suspicious and States,"The FBI Has Me