An advanced practice nurse determines that a group of patients would benefit from opportunities to practice appropriate social behaviors and learn about basic living skills. The nurse would arrange for:

A) milieu therapy.
B) cognitive therapy.
C) short-term dynamic therapy.
D) systematic desensitization.

Milieu Therapy

A therapeutic approach that utilizes the environment, including people, setting, and activities, to influence a patient's behavior positively.

Social Behaviors

Actions or reactions of individuals in response to external stimuli, which occur in a social context or during interaction with others.

Basic Living Skills

Essential skills for daily living, including personal hygiene, simple cooking, cleaning, and money management.