A patient with acute mania has been verbally abusive to staff since admission 3 hours ago.The patient says,"I can't believe you have a nursing license.I am not answering your stupid questions.You should pick another career." Select the nurse's best response.
A) "I will return in a few minutes to continue the interview."
B) "Your behavior is unacceptable.I expect an apology from you."
C) "I will have to report your behavior to the health care provider."
D) "I have a license to practice nursing,and I am entirely competent."
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