A male patient with a urinary stoma says, "I looked at it while you were out of the room. It's not so bad." The nurse realizes that this patient is demonstrating which of the following?

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The patient's statement indicates that they are coping with their urinary stoma, as they are able to look at it and acknowledge its presence without becoming overwhelmed or distressed. Denial, grief, and anger are not demonstrated by this statement.

A Male Patient with a Urinary Stoma Says, "I Looked