While Working with a Patient in Crisis,a Nurse Attempts to Help

question 3

Multiple Choice

While working with a patient in crisis,a nurse attempts to help the patient identify the relationship between the event precipitating the crisis and the patient's subsequent feelings and behaviors.This is an example of:

• A) clarification.
• B) support of defenses.
• C) reinforcement of behavior.
• D) raising the patient's self-esteem.

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Definitions:

Disorders

Health conditions characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior associated with distress and/or impaired functioning.

Overlapping

The covering or extending over part of something by a part or aspect of another.

Psychotherapy

A method of treating mental health issues through psychological rather than medical means, often involving discussion between a therapist and client.

Effectiveness

The degree to which something achieves its intended outcome or results.