Nina is highly respected by other attorneys in her firm

Many comment on the fact that she seems to take on some of the most difficult cases and continues to do well. When asked how she does it, Nina replied, "Well, I truly love my job and feel a strong connection to what I do. I take in the difficult cases because someone has to. I view them as challenges to meet instead of cases that I might lose. I like to believe that I have a good deal of control as to what has gone on in my life. While I know I cannot control everything, I try to control that which is in my power." Which of the following is true of Nina?
a) She exhibits Type D behavior pattern.
b) She seems to demonstrate the hardy personality.
c) She is clearly displaying symptoms of PTSD.
d) She is at high risk for heart disease.

Answer: b

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Winona quit her job last year to care for her husband, Phil,

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