The nurse is providing assertiveness training to a client. One of the instructions is for the client to close their eyes and to shout aloud "STOP" to shift ideas from intrusive to pleasant and desirable. What is the technique called?

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1.This is incorrect. Defusing is a technique to diffuse a potential conflict by putting off further discussion with an angry individual until he or she is calmer.
2.This is correct. Thought stopping is a technique to shift an unwanted recurring thought toward a pleasant and desirable thought. This is often taught to clients with low self-esteem that have repetitive negative thoughts of which the mind refuses to let go.
3.This is incorrect. Clouding or fogging is concurring with the critic's argument without becoming defensive and without agreeing to change.
4.This is incorrect. Agreeing assertively accepts negative aspects about oneself and admitting when an error has been made.

The Nurse Is Providing Assertiveness Training to a Client