A Patient Says, "I Get in Trouble Sometimes Because I

question 25

Multiple Choice

A patient says, "I get in trouble sometimes because I make quick decisions and act on them." Select the nurse's most therapeutic response.

• A) "Let's consider the advantages of being able to stop and think before acting."
• B) "It sounds as though you've developed some insight into your situation."
• C) "I bet you have some interesting stories to share about overreacting."
• D) "It's good that you're showing readiness for behavioral change."

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Definitions:

In Vivo

Refers to processes or experiments conducted in living organisms, such as laboratory animals or humans, to assess biological and chemical reactions in their natural context.

Guided Practice

Guided practice is an instructional approach where a teacher or mentor provides direction and feedback while the learner performs a task or activity.

Cognitive Schema

A mental structure that an individual uses to organize and interpret information, based on previous experiences and knowledge.

Memory Pattern

The way in which memories are organized, stored, and retrieved by the brain, forming recognizable sequences or themes.