A Patient Experiencing Severe Panic Attacks Uses Denial, Repression, and Displacement.Which

question 19

Multiple Choice

A patient experiencing severe panic attacks uses denial, repression, and displacement.Which nursing statement reflects an appropriate intervention regarding this patient's needs?

• A) "We are going to focus on exposing you to more effective coping strategies."
• B) "You will benefit from setting limits on use of the defense mechanisms."
• C) "We will discuss the benefit of changing values and beliefs."
• D) "Let's discuss helping you uncover the unconscious conflicts causing you trouble."

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Definitions:

Complete Information

Having all necessary and relevant data available to make informed decisions or to fully understand a situation.

Clearly Defined Problem

A problem that has been thoroughly understood and articulated, including its scope and boundaries.

Behavioural Decision Model

A framework suggesting that decisions are influenced by psychological and social factors, recognizing that humans may not always act rationally.

Cost-Benefit Analysis

A comparison of the costs and benefits of each potential course of action.