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A client is told that a breast mass needs further testing and asks, “Does this mean I have cancer?” Which coping-process concept does this question best demonstrate?

Which statement is most consistent with a phobia?

Which nursing action is most appropriate during the initial intervention for a client in acute crisis?

A client arrives after being burned in a house fire. Which finding requires the most immediate nursing attention?

A client is hyperventilating, trembling, and says, “I am going to die.” The client cannot process complex information. What should the nurse do first?

The nurse is assessing an older adult client for factors that increase the risk for dry, fragile skin. Which findings should the nurse recognize as contributing to this risk? Select all that apply.

A client says, “I know I need to learn insulin injections, but I will think about that after the holiday party.” Which cognitive coping response is the client demonstrating?

Which device should the nurse avoid when planning pressure-injury prevention?

A client has an excoriated wound with purulent drainage. Which diagnostic test should the nurse anticipate?

A client reports constant excessive worry about health, finances, weather, and whether prescriptions will be available. The worry is difficult to control and is more intense than the situation warrants. Which alteration is most consistent with this pattern?