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NCLEX-RN Exam Practice

Category - Psychology

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You are caring for a patient who has been sexually assaulted. The patient has become quiet and calm. What defense mechanism does this indicate?

Denial
Projection
Rationalization
Intellectualization

Explanation

Answer: A - The patient is mostl ikely displaying the defense mechanism of denial. Denial is a way for the patient to avoid dealing with a painful event or information, such as a life-threatening diagnosis, a poor prognosis, or a traumatic event. The other three defense mechanisms do not apply in this situation.

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