True or False: many disturbances in healthcare settings are difficult to address.

• A. True
• B. Not applicable
• C. False
• D. Not sure

Answer: (C)

Many disturbances in healthcare settings can be addressed effectively when you have a plan and follow established procedures. Stay calm, assess safety for the patient and yourself, and communicate clearly to identify the cause of the disturbance. Use de-escalation techniques if agitation or aggression is present, follow the care plan, and involve the nurse, supervisor, or family as needed. With these steps and proper training, most disturbances can be resolved or managed without escalating danger, so saying they’re inherently hard to address isn’t accurate. The other choices don’t provide a definite answer and don’t reflect applying standard procedures to handle disturbances.