A client, who is a nursing student, reports increased anxiety with test taking. Which behavioral technique is most appropriate for this client to put into practice?
A) Write "I can do this" on an index card and place in view.
B) Use breathing techniques to reduce anxiety.
C) Use meditation prior to exams.
D) Participate in a study group and prepare well before exams.
B
Feedback:
Behavioral therapy is used to coach a client to engage in some form of distraction or perform relaxation or breathing exercises to overcome symptoms. Teaching the student how to use breathing techniques can be helpful during stress-inducing exams. Writing "I can do this" on a card is a form of cognitive therapy and provides positive thinking. Use of meditation can be helpful in the management of generalized anxiety but is not practical in a classroom setting. Studying and preparing for exams is expected but is not a behavioral technique that is helpful during test taking events.
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