A patient diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has frequent flashbacks and persistent hyperarousal symptoms.Which nursing interventions should be planned to effectively need the patient's needs? (Select all that apply.)

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Offering empathy and support, encouraging relaxation activities, encouraging verbalization of anger, and helping the patient associate current feelings and behaviors with the trauma experience are all therapeutic interventions for PTSD. They aim to provide a safe environment, reduce symptoms, and help the patient process the trauma. Setting limits on discussing the traumatic incident (choice D) could inhibit therapeutic communication and the patient's healing process.

A Patient Diagnosed with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Has Frequent