A client with an obsessive compulsive personality tells the nurse, "I become so anxious and stressed and then I start my compulsive ritual. I wish I could stop it"
To help the client reduce the anxiety, the nurse offers the following suggestions: A)
"Make a list of things that provoke anxiety for you."
B)
"Hold an ice cube in each hand for ten minutes when you are tempted to do a ritual."
C)
"Set a rigid timetable of your daily schedule."
D)
"Keep distracted by playing the television and radio loudly."
A
Explanation:
A)
Early recognition of situations associated with anxiety can help the client take action to avoid them or to use adaptive behaviors. Holding an ice cube is a technique suggested for clients who are tempted to harm themselves. Rigidity only supports the compulsive behavior. Reduction of environmental stimuli helps to reduce anxiety.
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B)
Early recognition of situations associated with anxiety can help the client take action to avoid them or to use adaptive behaviors. Holding an ice cube is a technique suggested for clients who are tempted to harm themselves. Rigidity only supports the compulsive behavior. Reduction of environmental stimuli helps to reduce anxiety.
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C)
Early recognition of situations associated with anxiety can help the client take action to avoid them or to use adaptive behaviors. Holding an ice cube is a technique suggested for clients who are tempted to harm themselves. Rigidity only supports the compulsive behavior. Reduction of environmental stimuli helps to reduce anxiety.
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Implementation
Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
D)
Early recognition of situations associated with anxiety can help the client take action to avoid them or to use adaptive behaviors. Holding an ice cube is a technique suggested for clients who are tempted to harm themselves. Rigidity only supports the compulsive behavior. Reduction of environmental stimuli helps to reduce anxiety.
Application
Implementation
Psychosocial Integrity: Coping and Adaptation
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