Which Intervention Would Be Appropriate for a Patient with a Nursing

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which intervention would be appropriate for a patient with a nursing diagnosis of Ineffective coping as evidenced by manipulation of others?

• A) Refer patient requests and questions about care to the primary nurse.
• B) Provide negative reinforcement for any acting-out behavior.
• C) Ignore rather than confront inappropriate interpersonal behavior.
• D) Encourage the patient to discuss feelings of fear and inferiority.

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