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When working with a female client experiencing a phobia about spiders, Nurse Toni should anticipate that a problem for this client would be:
 
  A.
  Anxiety when speaking of the feared item.
  B.
  Depression toward the feared object.
  C.
  Denying the existence of a phobia.
  D.
  Distortion of reality.

Question 2

To establish an open and trusting relationship with a male patient who is in the hospital with severe anxiety, which response by the charge nurse is best?
 
  A.
  Urge the staff to have frequent interaction with the patient.
  B.
  Share an activity with the patient.
  C.
  Discipline the patient about his behavior.
  D.
  Encourage enjoyable activities.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Phobia is an irrational fear that creates intense anxiety with even thinking about the feared item.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Activities can provide a diversion from intense feelings that can be lead to the patient being more receptive in beginning a relationship





 

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