Multiple Choice
A patient is mute, curled in a fetal position, and incontinent of urine.The patient eats small amounts only if spoon-fed.The nurse assesses this behavior as most indicative of what defense mechanism?
A) Displacement
B) Compensation
C) Conversion
D) Regression
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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