Which statements best describe an anxiety disorder? (Select all that apply.)
a. Anxiety is expressed in ineffective ways.
b. Coping mechanisms are used to deal with anxiety.
c. Coping mechanisms do not relieve anxiety.
d. Defense mechanisms are used occasionally.
A, C
Maladaptive coping mechanisms do not relieve stress, which constitutes an anxiety disorder. Using coping mechanisms to deal with anxiety and using defense mechanisms occasionally are effective ways of dealing with anxiety.
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A) Provide meticulous nail care. B) Avoid being barefoot outside. C) Avoid white cotton socks. D) Rotate shoe use.
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a. care for victims of war injuries. b. home care for children and people with chronic illness. c. training visiting nurses and public health nurses. d. creating nursing instructors for nursing programs.