A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is receiving a blood transfusion. The nurse should monitor for which of the following findings as an indication the client is having an acute hemolytic reaction?

Choice A: "I’m sorry if I upset you. I just wanted to make sure you’re aware of the day’s schedule."

This response may seem empathetic, but it could potentially reinforce the client's aggressive behavior. The nurse is apologizing, which might give the impression that the client's rude behavior is acceptable¹.

Choice B: "Well, if you can read it yourself, then why don’t you?"

This response is confrontational and could escalate the situation. It's important for the nurse to maintain a neutral and respectful manner.

Choice C: "You don’t have to be so rude. I’m just doing my job."

This response is defensive and could provoke further aggression from the client. It's not recommended to respond defensively to clients with borderline personality disorder¹.

Choice D: "I didn’t mean to offend you. I’ll leave the schedule here for you to review."

This is the most appropriate response. The nurse acknowledges the client's feelings without reinforcing the aggressive behavior. The nurse also respects the client's autonomy by leaving the schedule for the client to review¹.

Choice A reason: While bulimia can contribute to gastrointestinal issues, it is not as directly linked to peptic ulcers as the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Choice B reason: Drinking green tea is not typically associated with an increased risk of peptic ulcers.

Choice C reason: Consuming spicy foods is a commonly believed risk factor, but it is not supported by strong evidence as a direct cause of peptic ulcers.

Choice D reason: The use of NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen, is a well-established risk factor for the development of peptic ulcers due to their effect on the stomach lining.