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nelaaney · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A patient uses defense mechanisms excessively. The nurse should expect to find evidence that

a. the patient has difficulty with problem solving.
b. the patient has an increased risk for psychosis.
c. emotions are experienced with great intensity.
d. reality is denied.

Question 2

Which statement by a mentally ill patient best exemplifies sick religiosity?

a. Suicide will result in eternal damnation for your soul.
b. Your illness has nothing to do with insufficient faith.
c. Questioning God is a common reaction to illness.
d. Your illness is not related to sin.

flexer1n1 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Excessive use of defense mechanisms results in the distortion of reality. When reality is not perceived accurately, problem solving is impaired. The other options might or might not be experienced by the patient.

Answer to Question 2

A
Sick religiosity is marked by a lack of openness to other possibilities, a sense of exclusiveness, and absolutism. The correct option best exemplifies this thinking. The other options are supportive of the patient's spirituality.