Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who has an anxiety disorder. Which of the following findings should the nurse recognize as a manifestation of mild anxiety?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Irritability (C) is typical of mild anxiety. Insomnia (A) and chest pain (B) suggest moderate to severe, and incoherent speech (D) severe anxiety.