Which Statement Does the Nurse Recognize Exemplifies the Level of Cognitive

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which statement does the nurse recognize exemplifies the level of cognitive function of a client experiencing mild anxiety?

• A)"Right now I feel as sharp as a tack."
• B)"I'm having a tough time focusing."
• C)"Sometimes I feel like I'm having an out-of-body experience."
• D)"All I seem to focus on is my anger."

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Definitions:

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Inhibitory Message

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