A nurse is the leader of a cognitive behavior group. The group helps members learn about and change problematic behaviors. The type of group the nurse is leading is a
a. self-help group c. task group
b. therapy group d. therapeutic group
B
A therapy group helps the members learn about and change problematic behavior. This type of group focuses on emotional and behavioral disorders. A self-help group focuses on a common experience of all members. A task group focuses on the achievement of a specific goal. And a therapeutic group increases the members' coping abilities.
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