While assessing a client's ability to cope after being diagnosed with a chronic illness,the client admits to an increase in drinking and smoking.The nurse recognizes the client is utilizing which type of coping strategy?
A)Short term
B)Long term
C)Adaptive
D)Effective

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The client's increase in drinking and smoking is a short-term and maladaptive coping strategy. Short-term because it provides temporary relief from stress and maladaptive because it can lead to serious health complications and ultimately make coping with the chronic illness more difficult.

While Assessing a Client's Ability to Cope After Being Diagnosed