Question

In helping to resolve a crisis situation it is most important for the nurse to:
1. Meet all dependency needs
2. Encourage socialization
3. Support ego strengths
4. Involve the person in a therapy group

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Support ego strengths

Concept:

• Ego strength refers to the ability or behavior that helps them maintain good mental health in a crisis situation.
• According to Freud, the ego works as a mediator between the id and superego.
• The id is the primitive impulsive nature and the superego is the morale learned from society.
• The ego helps to create a balance between the id and the superego.

Explanation:

• Strengthening ego helps to develop attitude and behavior to get through a painful experience or crisis.
• For example, it helps to forgive someone or to fight destructive habits.