A patient diagnosed with breast cancer decides on a treatment plan and feels positive about her prognosis. Assuming the cancer diagnosis represents a crisis, this patient is most likely experiencing which phase of crisis?

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The adaptive phase of crisis is characterized by the individual beginning to cope with the crisis, making adjustments, and feeling more positive about the situation, as seen in the patient's decision on a treatment plan and positive feelings about her prognosis.

A Patient Diagnosed with Breast Cancer Decides on a Treatment