What is an effective nursing intervention to help an angry patient manage their anger without resorting to violence?

B Use negative reinforcement such as restraint or seclusion in response to angry outbursts, regardless of whether violence is present. C Assist the patient in identifying a thought that triggers anger, evaluate the validity of the belief, and replace it with reality-based thinking. D Use aversive conditioning, such as snapping a rubber band on the wrist, to help diminish feelings of anger. A Administer an antipsychotic or anti-anxiety medication.