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    PN COMPREHENSIVE PREDICTOR 2023 PROCTORED EXAM

    A nurse in a mental health facility is reinforcing teaching with a client about panic attacks. Which of the following statements by the client Indicates an understanding of the Instructions?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A Reason: Reducing physical activity is not a recommended approach to avoid panic attacks. Regular physical activity and exercise can be beneficial in managing anxiety and panic. Choice B Reason: Expecting each panic attack to last about 45 minutes is not accurate. The duration of a panic attack can vary widely from individual to individual, and they typically do not last that long. Choice C Reason: Sitting with others in the activity room until the panic attack subsides might provide support, but it does not address the proactive coping strategy of using abdominal breathing to manage the panic attack's symptoms. Choice D Reason: "I will use abdominal breathing at the first sign of a panic attack." The statement "I will use abdominal breathing at the first sign of a panic attack" indicates an understanding of a coping strategy for managing panic attacks. Abdominal or deep breathing techniques can help individuals calm their physiological response during a panic attack.

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