Prior to being discharged, a client tells the nurse, "I think the prescribed treatment is going to work and I am looking forward to celebrating another holiday season in a few months."
Which is the client demonstrating with the current behavior?
A) Spiritual strength
B) Denial
C) Conflict
D) Apprehension
Answer: A
The client is expressing hopefulness about the future, which is evidence of spiritual strength. The client is not demonstrating denial, apprehension, or conflict about the future.
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