The Nurse Recognizes the Defense Mechanism of Denial When the Patient

question 15

Multiple Choice

The nurse recognizes the defense mechanism of denial when the patient with:

• A) Emphysema continues to smoke.
• B) Diabetes mellitus uses a sugar substitute.
• C) A drug problem blames his mother for his habit.
• D) Osteoarthritis angrily kicks the steps that he cannot climb.

Recognize the role of subjective norms, behavioral intention, and perceived behavioral control in shaping behavior according to the theory of planned behavior.

Understand effort justification and other dissonance-reducing strategies.

Differentiate between the theory of reasoned action and the theory of planned behavior.

Explain the scientific process involved in social psychological research.

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Definitions:

Spatial Zone

An area defined by physical or imaginary boundaries related to anthropology or environmental behavior studies, often referring to personal space.

Edward T. Hall

An American anthropologist known for his work in the field of intercultural communication and the study of proxemics.

Intimate

Pertaining to a close, personal relationship or a detail shared in such a relationship.

Nonverbal Communication

The transmission of messages or signals through a nonlinguistic means, such as facial expressions, body language, or tone of voice.