Acute illness disrupts the patient's and family's normal routines. Coping mechanisms include (Select all that apply.)
a. denial.
b. adaptation.
c. values.
d. anger.
e. disbelief.
A, D, E
Denial, disbelief, and anger are all examples of coping mechanisms that patients use to help in stressful situations. Adaptation is the ability to break down emotional barriers that affect willingness and readiness for learning. Values are considered sociocultural factors for coping with stress.
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