Answer to Question 1
ANS: B
Empathy is the ability to be sensitive to and communicate understanding of the client's feelings. The client should be encouraged to be involved in his or her own care and to assume responsibility. The nurse should not tell a client about extracurricular activities because this is an example of nontherapeutic self-disclosure by the nurse.
Answer to Question 2
ANS: C
Signs of severe anxiety include elevated vital signs, impaired problem-solving, and a confused mental state. Signs of mild anxiety are enhanced problem-solving and increased alertness. Signs of moderate anxiety do not include high blood pressure. During panic, the client is immobilized with no cognitive or coping abilities.