What is the priority action for the PMHNP to take?
The PMHNP is caring for a patient who has acute stress disorder after experiencing a traumatic event 1 week prior. The PMHNP wants to begin with a therapeutic framework that follows the adaptive information processing (AIP) model. What is the priority action for the PMHNP to take?
| A. | Focus on the patient’s safety and stabilization | |
| B. | Help the patient process painful memories | |
| C. | Encourage the patient to find ways to achieve personal growth | |
| D. | Assist the patient in planning for the future |