Which Statement Is Most Likely to Be Made by the Nurse

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which statement is most likely to be made by the nurse practitioner who shares the philosophy of an interpersonal theorist?

• A)"Let's discuss your use of defense mechanisms."
• B)"We need to examine how your relationships affect your ability to cope."
• C)"It is important that you take the medications that I have prescribed for you."
• D)"Your genetic background is a factor in your predisposition to mental illness."

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Definitions:

Attribution Theory

A concept focused on how individuals interpret events and how this relates to their thinking and behavior.

Internal Cause

A factor or motive originating within an individual or system that contributes to a particular outcome or action.

Distinctiveness

The quality of being easily distinguishable from others due to unique characteristics or features.

Consensus

A general agreement among the members of a group or community, often used in the context of decision-making processes.