A nurse has been working with a client who witnessed a traumatic event and is now experiencing panic-level anxiety. The desired outcome is:

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The desired outcome for a client experiencing panic-level anxiety after witnessing a traumatic event is for the anxiety to be maintained at a manageable level. Complete absence of anxiety may not be realistic or attainable immediately, and hoping for improvement in self-esteem may be a long-term goal that is not relevant to the immediate crisis at hand. The priority is to help the client cope with the anxiety in a way that does not interfere with daily functioning or cause further harm.

A Nurse Has Been Working with a Client Who Witnessed