When the daughter of a family describes herself as playing the part of the sweet little girl to get her
own way, the nurse can make the assessment that the daughter is using a dysfunctional strategy
called
a. placation.
b. distraction.
c. blaming.
d. manipulation.
D
Manipulation is an example of dysfunctional communication. Manipulation refers to controlling by
being artful rather than honest. Playing the part of the sweet little girl to gain one's goal is
dysfunctional. Openly and clearly asking for what is wanted is a more functional communication
pattern. Option A: Placating is a way of keeping peace. Option B: Distraction refers to the
introduction of irrelevant details into problematic issues. Option C: Blaming serves the purpose of
keeping the focus away from the self.
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