A client diagnosed with a myocardial infarction is overheard telling family about having food poisoning.What defense mechanism is this client exhibiting?
A)Compensation
B)Denial
C)Displacement
D)Identification

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The client is exhibiting denial as a defense mechanism, as they are denying or distorting the reality of their situation, possibly to cope with the severity of their diagnosis.

A Client Diagnosed with a Myocardial Infarction Is Overheard Telling