Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for an adult patient with a recent below-the-knee amputation. During shift report, the nurse reports that the patient has urinated in the bed multiple times since the surgery. Which defense mechanism best describes this behavior?
A) compensation
B) denial
C) rationalization
D) regression
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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