Clients undergoing stress may have periods of regression. The nurse assesses this regressive be-havior in the situation where:
1. An adult client exercises to the point of fatigue
2. An 8-year-old child sucks his thumb and wets the bed
3. An adult client avoids speaking about health concerns
4. An 11-year-old child experiences stomach cramps and headaches
ANS: 2
Regression is coping with a stressor through actions and behaviors associated with an earlier de-velopmental period, such as an 8-year-old child sucking his thumb and wetting the bed. An adult client who exercises to the point of fatigue is not demonstrating regression. An adult client who avoids speaking about health concerns may be using denial as a coping mechanism. An 11-year-old who develops stomach cramps and headaches is an example of conversion.
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