Practice Question
A woman who attends a stress management group reveals to group members that though she recently divorced, she continues to care for her husband's aging parents. Which psychological mechanism should the nurse address in the plan of care?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Altruism.
Rationale:
😊Altruism is a mature defense mechanism in which an individual copes with emotional conflict by meeting the needs of others.
😊The client, despite her divorce, derives satisfaction from caring for her former in-laws, showing selfless concern.
😊This is seen as adaptive behavior in stressful or painful situations.
It contrasts with mechanisms like regression or compartmentalization, which are less constructive.
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This question is from RN HESI Mental Health Exam 2 which contains 51 questions.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: HESI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN Hesi Mental Health
- Answer Choices: 4