A client repeatedly tells the nurse that "all will be well" and "I'm fine" in response to learning of a health problem that requires immediate surgery.The nurse realizes that which diagnosis is appropriate for the client at this time?

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The client's repeated assurances that "all will be well" and "I'm fine" in response to a significant health issue requiring immediate surgery indicate the use of defense mechanisms to avoid dealing with the reality of the situation. This behavior aligns with the diagnosis of Defensive Coping, where an individual may deny or minimize distressing information as a way to cope.

A Client Repeatedly Tells the Nurse That "All Will Be