A Patient Has Difficulty Expressing Anger Appropriately

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient has difficulty expressing anger appropriately.The nurse encourages the patient to set realistic goals by making what statement?

• A) "You seem to have problems expressing anger in a nonaggressive way."
• B) "I thought you sounded angry when I told you it was time for group."
• C) "What do you think needs to change about how you express anger?"
• D) "What bothers you about your actions when you get angry?"

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Definitions:

Lower Needs

In Maslow's hierarchy, these are the fundamental physiological and safety needs that are essential for survival, such as food, water, and shelter.

Misconceptions

Incorrect beliefs or ideas stemming from misinformation or misunderstanding.

Maslow's Hierarchy

A psychological theory proposed by Abraham Maslow that suggests human needs are arranged in a hierarchy from the most basic physical needs to higher psychological needs, culminating in self-actualization.

Full Potential

The highest or fullest level of performance or achievement one can realistically attain.