A Nurse Works with a Patient Diagnosed with Posttraumatic Stress

Multiple Choice

A nurse works with a patient diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who has frequent flashbacks as well as persistent symptoms of arousal. Which intervention should be included in the plan of care?

A) Trigger flashbacks intentionally in order to help the patient learn to cope with them.
B) Explain that the physical symptoms are related to the psychological state.
C) Encourage repression of memories associated with the traumatic event.
D) Support "numbing" as a temporary way to manage intolerable feelings.