A nurse is assisting with the planning of an in-service about updates in wound care for nursing staff. Which of the following sources should the nurse identify as providing the best evidence-based information?

Choice A rationale:

A pulled-pork sandwich is not appropriate for a client following a kosher diet, as pork is not considered kosher due to dietary restrictions in Jewish dietary law (kashrut)

Choice B rationale:

Shrimp salad is not suitable for a client following a kosher diet, as shellfish is not considered kosher according to Jewish dietary laws.

Choice C rationale:

Roasted salmon is an appropriate choice for a client following a kosher diet, as salmon is typically considered kosher, provided it has been prepared and cooked according to kosher guidelines.

Choice D rationale:

Clam chowder is not appropriate for a client following a kosher diet, as it contains shellfish (clams), which is not considered kosher in Jewish dietary law.

Choice A rationale:

Identification is a defense mechanism where an individual associates themselves with another person or group. It does not apply to the situation described in the question.

Choice B rationale:

Reaction formation involves expressing the opposite of one's true feelings or desires. It is not the most suitable defense mechanism for the situation where the adolescent blames the teacher for their failure.

Choice C rationale:

Regression refers to reverting to an earlier stage of development in response to stress or conflict. It does not align with the adolescent's statement about their teacher disliking athletes.

Choice D rationale:

Rationalization is the defense mechanism in which a person provides logical or socially acceptable reasons for their behavior, even if these reasons are not accurate. In this case, the adolescent is rationalizing their poor performance by blaming the teacher's bias against athletes. This choice best fits the situation described.