RN Exam Practice
Psychosocial IntegrityQuestion 716 of 2368

A nurse notices that a coworker has seemed irritable and more frustrated at work lately. Which action by the nurse is best?

  1. Wait, because the coworker will probably get over it alone
  2. Wait until the coworker asks for help before saying anything
  3. Gently ask the coworker if they are okay and offer to talk
  4. Avoid the topic because bringing it up may feel awkward
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Correct answer: Gently ask the coworker if they are okay and offer to talk

Asking if someone is okay opens a dialogue and shows caring. Assuming the person will get over it can increase isolation.

Source: Nursing Management and Professional Concepts, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Burnout and Self-care: Acknowledging Stress in Others. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Psychosocial Integrity"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026