A client with generalized anxiety disorder does not want to communicate with friends, smokes 2 to 3 packages of cigarettes a day, and describes difficulty concentrating at work. Which coping strategy should the nurse include in the plan of care?

A. Focusing on small achievable tasks helps to build a sense of accomplishment and reduce anxiety by breaking down overwhelming problems into manageable steps. B. Analyzing past hurts may be useful in therapy, but for immediate coping, focusing on small tasks is more practical. C. Relaxing and reducing effort might lead to avoidance rather than addressing anxiety. D. Ventilating emotions is important but focusing on small tasks is more directly actionable for coping with anxiety and improving daily functioning.