Multiple Choice
A patient who had been complaining of intolerable stress at work has demonstrated the ability to use progressive muscle relaxation and deep breathing techniques.He will return to the clinic for follow-up evaluation in 2 weeks.Which data will best suggest that the patient is successfully using these techniques to cope more effectively with stress?
A) The patient's wife reports that he spends more time sitting quietly at home.
B) He reports that his appetite,mood,and energy levels are all good.
C) His systolic blood pressure has gone from the 140s to the 120s (mm Hg) .
D) He reports that he feels better and that things are not bothering him as much.
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