A Patient Sat in Silence for 20 Minutes After a Therapy

question 23

Multiple Choice

A patient sat in silence for 20 minutes after a therapy appointment, appearing tense and vigilant. The patient abruptly stood, paced back and forth, clenched and unclenched fists, and then stopped and stared in the face of a staff member. The patient is

• A) demonstrating withdrawal.
• B) working though angry feelings.
• C) attempting to use relaxation strategies.
• D) exhibiting clues to potential aggression.

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