Anger, Hostility & Aggression

Question 1

An event or circumstances in the environment initiates the client’s response, which is often anger or hostility.

Answer 1

Triggering Phase

Question 2

The client’s responses represent escalating behaviors that indicate movement toward a loss of control.

Answer 2

Escalation Phase

Question 3

During an emotional and physical crisis, the client loses control.

Answer 3

Crisis Phase

Question 4

The client regains physical and emotional control.

Answer 4

Recovery Phase

Question 5

The client attempts reconciliation with others and returns to the level of functioning before the aggressive incident and its antecedents.

Answer 5

Postcrisis Phase

Question 6

Signs, Symptoms and Behaviors
* Restlessness
* Anxiety
* Irritability
* Pacing
* Muscle tension
* Rapid breathing
* Perspiration
* Loud voice
* Anger

Answer 6

Triggering Phase

Question 7

Signs, Symptoms and Behaviors
* Pale or flushed face
* Yelling
* Swearing
* Agitation
* Threatening
* Demanding
* Clenched fists
* Threatening gestures
* Hostility
* Loss of ability to solve the problem or think clearly

Answer 7

Escalation Phase

Question 8

Signs, Symptoms and Behaviors
* Loss of emotional and physical control
* throwing objects
* Kicking
* Hitting
* Spitting
* Biting
* Scratching
* Shrieking
* Screaming
* Inability to communicate clearly

Answer 8

Crisis Phase

Question 9

Signs, Symptoms and Behaviors
* Lowering of voice
* Decreased muscle tension
* Clearer; more rational communication
* Physical relaxation

Answer 9

Recovery Phase

Question 10

Signs, Symptoms and Behaviors
* Remorse
* Apologies
* Crying
* Quiet
* Withdrawn behavior

Answer 10

Postcrisis Phase

Question 11

walking or talking with another person, are more likely to be effective in decreasing anger.

Answer 11

Catharsis