The mother of a 6-year-old boy who has recently had surgery for the removal of his tonsils and adenoids complains that he has begun sucking his thumb again. Which defense mechanism will the nurse include when responding to the mother?
1. Repression
2. Rationalization
3. Fantasy
4. Regression
4
Explanation:
1. Repression is the involuntary forgetting of uncomfortable situations. The child is not exhibiting repression.
2. Rationalization is an attempt to make unacceptable feelings acceptable. The child is not exhibiting rationalization.
3. Fantasy is a creation of the mind to help deal with an unacceptable fear. The child is not exhibiting fantasy.
4. Regression is a return to an earlier behavior and can often occur during a hospital stay. The nurse will include regression in the response to the mother.
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