Which clinical picture can the nurse expect to see most frequently among patients who have been in a bus-train collision and derailment?
a. Elation and hyperactivity
b. Denial of the incident and suspicion
c. Shock, numbness, confusion, and disorganization
d. Highly emotional displays, such as begging for help
ANS: C
Common immediate responses to a traumatic event include shock, numbness, denial, dissoci-ative behavior, confusion, disorganization, indecisiveness, and suggestibility. The other op-tions contain behaviors that may be observed, but they are far less common than the behav-iors given in the correct option.
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Standard Text: Round answer to the nearest whole number. Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
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