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

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Defense mechanisms are not inherently bad or maladaptive; they are coping mechanisms used by individuals to manage stress and anxiety. While some defense mechanisms may become maladaptive or interfere with functioning, it is not appropriate to make a blanket statement that defense mechanisms should always be eliminated. Instead, individual responses should be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to determine whether or not they are helpful or harmful.

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