A nurse is discussing internal family coping strategies with a family following a family crisis. Which of the following would the nurse be explaining?
a. Asking a distant relative for a loan
b. Talking to relatives about stresses and worries
c. Attending a local worship service
d. Using public assistance to obtain food stamps
ANS: B
An internal coping strategy is sharing thoughts and feelings with others. Attending worship ser-vices and using public assistance are also potential strategies for coping, but these are external strategies.
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