The Nurse Is Developing a Plan of Care for a Client

The nurse is developing a plan of care for a client with anxiety. Which are appropriate nursing interventions the nurse can use for assisting the client in reducing anxiety? Select all that apply.

A) Assist the client to identify triggers and situations that create anxiety.
B) Be vague in answering questions because of not knowing how the client will react.
C) Develop coping strategies and behavior modification techniques with the client.
D) Remind the patient not to engage in any negative thinking to avoid anxiety.
E) Teach the client relaxation techniques to be used as required or needed.