A nurse wants to teach alternative coping strategies to a patient experiencing severe anxiety. Which action should the nurse perform first?

A nurse wants to teach alternative coping strategies to a patient experiencing severe anxiety. Which action should the nurse perform first?



a. Verify the patient's learning style.
b. Lower the patient's current anxiety.
c. Create outcomes and a teaching plan.
d. Assess how the patient uses defense mechanisms.


Answer: B


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