A client who has been undergoing stress management training asks a nurse how long he/she will have to practice stress reduction. Which is the most appropriate nursing response?
A) Until this stressor has resolved.
B) Usually, several months helps someone manage stress.
C) Whenever you feel better, you can stop.
D) Managing stress is a lifelong function.
Question 2
A psychiatric nurse is caring for several clients. One client is considered neurotic and another is considered psychotic. The main difference that the nurse should understand between neurotic and psychotic behavior is that neurotic individuals:
A) Are unaware that they are experiencing distress.
B) Are unaware that their behaviors are maladaptive.
C) Are aware of possible psychological causes of their behavior.
D) Experience no loss of contact with reality.
In the communication technique of collaborating, the nurse sends the message that the nurse and pati
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