Which is an example of the ego defense mechanism of regression? ...

[geoffrey]

Which is an example of the ego defense mechanism of regression?
 
  A. A mother blames the teacher for her child's failure in school.B. A teenager becomes hysterical after seeing a friend killed in a car accident.C. A woman wants to marry a man exactly like her beloved father.
  D. An adult throws a temper tantrum when he does not get his own way.

Question 2

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which situation on an inpatient psychiatric unit would require priority intervention by a nurse?
 
  A. A client rudely complaining about limited visiting hours
  B. A client exhibiting aggressive behavior toward another client
  C. A client stating that no one cares
  D. A client verbalizing feelings of failure

[jharrington11]

Answer to Question 1

D
Regression is the retreating to an earlier level of development and the comfort measures associated with that level of functioning.

Answer to Question 2

B
The nurse should immediately intervene when a client exhibits aggressive behavior toward another client. Safety and security are considered lower-level needs according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs and must be fulfilled before other, higher-level needs can be met. Clients who complain, have feelings of failure, or state that no one cares are struggling with higher-level needs such as the need for love and belonging or the need for self-esteem.

[geoffrey]

Excellent

[peter]

Gracias!