What should be the priority when dealing with residents who exhibit aggressive behaviors?

When addressing aggressive behaviors in residents, the top priority is providing supervision and safety measures. This is crucial not only for the well-being of the residents exhibiting aggression but also for protecting staff and other residents. Aggressive behavior can pose immediate risks, leading to potential harm.

Implementing effective supervision ensures that staff can monitor residents closely, identify triggers for aggression, and intervene promptly if necessary. Safety measures may include creating a safe environment that reduces the likelihood of aggressive incidents, such as removing potentially harmful objects or arranging the physical space to minimize confrontations.

While medication management can play a role in regulatory behaviors and increasing social interaction might improve overall engagement and reduce feelings of isolation, these are secondary to ensuring that all individuals involved are safe. Hence, prioritizing supervision and safety is essential for any effective response to aggression in a care setting.