A Patient Diagnosed with PTSD Has Frequent Flashbacks and Persistent

question 23

Multiple Choice

A patient diagnosed with PTSD has frequent flashbacks and persistent hyperarousal symptoms. Which nursing interventions should be planned? Select all that apply.

• A) Offer empathy and support.
• B) Encourage relaxation activities.
• C) Encourage verbalization of anger.
• D) Set limits when the patient begins to tell of the story of the traumatic incident.
• E) Help the patient associate current feelings and behaviors with trauma experience.

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