Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for an adolescent on an inpatient mental health unit who is undergoing detoxification for a substance use disorder. He tells the nurse that he first began using illicit drugs when his parents wouldn't allow him to get a tattoo. Which of the following defense mechanisms is the client demonstrating?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Option A delays emotions, not indicated. Option B uses reasoning, not seen. Option C detaches, not fitting. Option D, projection, blames parents for his actions, aligning with the statement.