A 35-year-old female comes to the clinic for her annual physical.Upon examination,the nurse palpates a lump in the left breast.She informs the client of the finding and the client responds,"Yes,I found it a few months ago too but just didn't want to think about it." The nurse recognizes that this client has been using which approach to coping with the lump?

A) Altering
B) Adapting
C) Changing
D) Avoiding

Coping with Lump

Strategies and methods used by individuals to manage the emotional and physical stress of discovering a lump, which may be indicative of a serious health condition.

Annual Physical

A yearly health examination that typically includes screenings, check-ups, and vaccinations to monitor and maintain an individual's health.

Avoiding

The act of keeping away from or not doing something, often used in the context of behaviors or situations.