NCLEX RN Practice Question

The correct intervention is inviting the client to the gym for a basketball game, which is an example of redirection. This behavioral management technique helps the client channel their agitation and aggressive feelings into a safe and constructive physical activity. Administering PRN medication is a more restrictive intervention and should be considered only after attempts at de-escalation have failed. Firmly telling the client to stop their behavior is confrontational and likely to escalate the agitation. Ignoring the behavior is inappropriate as the client's actions indicate a risk for violence that requires intervention to ensure safety.