Approach Behaviors Are Those Coping Mechanisms That Result in a Family's

question 16

Multiple Choice

Approach behaviors are those coping mechanisms that result in a family's movement toward adjustment and resolution of the crisis of having a child with a chronic illness or disability. Which of the following is considered an approach behavior?

• A)Is unable to adjust to a progression of the disease or condition
• B)Anticipates future problems and seeks guidance and answers
• C)Looks for new cures without a perspective toward possible benefit
• D)Fails to recognize seriousness of child's condition despite physical evidence

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