When the patient with newly diagnosed with cancer says,"I feel like I've lost my future.I feel so much harm has been done to me that I'm overwhelmed," the nurse recognizes that this attitude will most likely lead the patient to coping strategies that are:

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Persons who appraise their cancer diagnosis as harm or loss are more likely to use avoidant coping strategies.

When the Patient with Newly Diagnosed with Cancer Says,"I Feel