Practice Question
The nurse is assessing the drinking history of a client with a history of alcohol abuse. The client is being admitted after being found unresponsive in a public place. Which statement would indicate the use of defense mechanisms?
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Correct Answer:
I don't really have a problem with alcohol. I've just been having a streak of bad luck lately."
Rationale:
💠 Denial & rationalization: This statement reflects defense mechanisms where the client denies the severity of alcohol abuse and rationalizes it by blaming external circumstances ("bad luck").
💠 Common in addiction: Individuals with substance abuse issues often use denial or rationalization to avoid confronting reality and reduce feelings of guilt or shame.
💠 Blocks recovery: Such mechanisms prevent self-awareness and delay acceptance of treatment.
💠 Nursing approach: The nurse should use therapeutic communication to gradually help the client acknowledge the problem.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Mental Health
- Answer Choices: 4