A New Psychiatric Nurse States,"This Client's Use of Defense Mechanisms

A new psychiatric nurse states,"This client's use of defense mechanisms should be eliminated." Which is a correct evaluation of the nurse's statement?

A) Defense mechanisms are self-protective responses to stress and do not need to be eliminated.
B) Defense mechanisms are maladaptive attempts of the ego to manage anxiety and should always be eliminated.
C) Defense mechanisms are used by individuals with weak ego integrity and should not be eliminated.
D) Defense mechanisms cause disintegration of the ego and should be fostered and encouraged.