A patient tells a student nurse, "I unwind by going to a quiet place, sitting in a comfortable chair, closing my eyes, and concentrating on my breathing." The patient is describing use of
a. imagery.
b. meditation.
c. relaxation.
d. recreation.
ANS: B
Meditation uses the techniques described. Imagery requires the patient to focus on a pleasant scene. The scenario does not describe relaxation or recreation, although the end result of meditation should be relaxation.
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