After finding the patient with diabetes eating candy,the nurse reminds the patient that the candy will elevate blood sugar levels.The patient's response is: "It's only a little bit,and it won't do anything." The nurse recognizes the use of a defense mechanism called:

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The patient is using denial as a defense mechanism.Reality is denied.

After Finding the Patient with Diabetes Eating Candy,the Nurse Reminds