A client tells the nurse that she strives for balance between her body, mind, and soul. The nurse realizes this client is describing a state of equilibrium among physiological, psychological, sociocultural, intellectual, and spiritual needs that is known
a. adaptation.
b. homeostasis.
c. cognitive reframing.
d. general adaptation syndrome.
ANS: B
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