After 2 days on a psychiatric unit, a client is still isolating himself or herself in his or her room, except for meals. The client says he or she is uncomfortable around crowds of people. Which...

After 2 days on a psychiatric unit, a client is still isolating himself or herself in his or her room, except for meals. The client says he or she is uncomfortable around crowds of people. Which nursing intervention is the most appropriate initially?

1. Play a game of checkers with the client in his or her room.

2. Ask the client to attend a group session with the nurse.

3. Invite the client to go for a walk with the nurse and one other client.

4. Talk with the client in a corner of the crafts room.