A Person Who Has Been Unable to Leave Home for More

question 22

Multiple Choice

A person who has been unable to leave home for more than a week because of severe anxiety says, "I know it does not make sense, but I just can't bring myself to leave my apartment alone." Which nursing intervention is appropriate?

• A) Help the person use online video calls to provide interaction with others.
• B) Advise the person to accept the situation and use a companion.
• C) Ask the person to explain why the fear is so disabling.
• D) Teach the person to use positive self-talk techniques.

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