A Patient Who Was Held Hostage for 12 Hours by a Carjacker

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient who was held hostage for 12 hours by a carjacker now repeatedly states,"I can't believe it happened to me!" while admitting to feeling anxious and being afraid of strangers and of ever driving again.The nurse's interventions should target: (Select all that apply.)

• A) denial.
• B) anxiety.
• C) confusion.
• D) self-efficacy.
• E) suicide potential.

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