How should a nurse best describe the major maladaptive client response to panic disorder?
A. Clients overuse medical care because of physical symptoms.
B. Clients use illegal drugs to ease symptoms.
C. Clients perceive having no control over life situations.
D. Clients develop compulsions to deal with anxiety.
ANS: C
The major maladaptive client response to panic disorder is the perception of having no control over life situations, which leads to nonparticipation in decision making and doubts regarding role performance.
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