When the Patient with Newly Diagnosed with Cancer Says,"I Feel

question 1

Multiple Choice

When the patient with newly diagnosed with cancer says,"I feel like I've lost my future.I feel so much harm has been done to me that I'm overwhelmed," the nurse recognizes that this attitude will most likely lead the patient to coping strategies that are:

• A) Avoidant
• B) Problem solving
• C) Approach oriented
• D) Confrontational

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Definitions:

Adults

Individuals who have reached a certain age, typically 18 or 21, depending on the jurisdiction, signifying the legal transition from minor to full legal responsibility and autonomy.

Sexual Assault

Any non-consensual sexual act or behavior, ranging from harassment to rape, inflicted upon an individual.

Somatic Complaints

Physical symptoms that an individual experiences which may or may not be attributable to a medical condition, often seen in psychological disorders.

Sleep Disturbances

Disruptions in normal sleep patterns, including difficulties in falling or staying asleep, waking up too early, or experiencing unrestful sleep.