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A client brought to the emergency department by the police after being mugged is extremely agitated, trembling and hyperventilating. what is the appropriate initial nursing action

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·Allowing the client to be alone in a room at the end of the emergency department corridor, where it is quiet
·Teaching the client how to relax
·Staying with the client Correct
·Asking the client questions about the mugging
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