A team meeting is scheduled to teach nurses about communicating with clients who are using defense mechanisms. The instructor understands that more teaching is needed when a nurse says which of the following?

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Option D is incorrect as it suggests that defense mechanisms are not helpful and need to be challenged, whereas in reality, defense mechanisms are a natural coping mechanism that is often helpful in managing stress and anxiety. A better approach for nurses would be to help clients recognize and understand their defense mechanisms and help them develop alternative coping strategies. Options A, B, and C are all correct and aligned with the goal of the meeting.

A Team Meeting Is Scheduled to Teach Nurses About Communicating