A welder has been selected as employee of the year. The welder wants to ask for a promotion but is hampered by poor self-esteem
The employee health nurse provides assistance. Which technique should the nurse use to help the employee request the promotion?
A. Socratic questioning
B. Activity scheduling
C. Distraction
D. Cognitive rehearsal
ANS: D
Cognitive rehearsal allows the employee to uncover potential automatic thoughts in advance of his or her meeting to request a promotion. This allows the employee to develop strategies to modify any dysfunctional thinking.
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