Practice Question
A nurse facilitating a group therapy session is listening to clients discuss their coping strategies when feeling stressed. Which of the following statements indicate adaptive coping? (Select all that apply.)
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Correct Answer:
“I tense and release my muscles, starting with my feet.”
Rationale:
1️⃣ A. “I tense and release my muscles, starting with my feet.” – ✅ Adaptive
🟢 Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR): This is a proven stress-reduction technique that decreases physical tension and promotes relaxation.
🟢 Physiological benefit: PMR lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and muscle tension, which are often elevated during stress.
🟢 Healthy coping mechanism: It is a constructive and safe way to manage anxiety without avoidance behaviors.
2️⃣ C. “I think about being on my favorite beach vacation.” – ✅ Adaptive
🟢 Guided imagery: Positive visualization, such as imagining a peaceful beach, activates the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation.
🟢 Cognitive reframing: Shifting focus to pleasant imagery helps reduce rumination on stressors and improves emotional regulation.
🟢 Common therapeutic strategy: Often used in mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) programs.
3️⃣ E. “Social support.” – ✅ Adaptive
🟢 Healthy emotional outlet: Seeking support from friends, family, or support groups helps process emotions and reduces feelings of isolation.
🟢 Evidence-based benefit: Strong social connections are associated with lower stress hormone levels (cortisol) and better mental health outcomes.
🟢 Encourages problem-solving: Discussing concerns with others may lead to constructive solutions and enhanced coping capacity.
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ATI PN Mental Health Eastern Suffolk College2-2023
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- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Mental Health
- Answer Choices: 5