The nurse is preparing to teach a patient who is newly diagnosed with diabetes about medications and blood testing. As the teaching occurs, the nurse knows that effective coping will depend to a great degree on the patient's:
a. Perceived self-efficacy
b. External locus of control
c. Religious belief systems
d. Number of significant others
ANS: A
Research has shown that, especially with chronic diseases, perceived self-efficacy (internal locus of control) increases the likelihood of managing difficult situations. External locus of control is associated with uncontrollable factors. A particular religion has not been associated with effective coping and the number of significant others have not been influential.
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