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ishan · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A psychiatricmental health nurse has been experiencing signs of burnout. Contrary to his colleagues' encouragements, he does not want to seek help. Which of the following is a severe symptom that can result from increasing burnout?

A) Loss of energy
B) Physical illness
C) Fatigue
D) Insomnia

Question 2

A psychiatricmental health nurse is experiencing signs of burnout following a particularly busy and emotionally exhausting series of shifts on the unit. Which of the following actions is most likely to help this nurse cope with burnout?

A) He should set realistic expectations for himself.
B) He should take responsibility for others' problems.
C) He should ensure that work remains his highest priority.
D) He should refrain from expressing his frustrations with his work.

xthemafja · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Feedback:
Warning signs of burnout are loss of energy and enthusiasm, fatigue, insomnia, and alcohol and drug use. Increasing burnout leads to more severe symptoms: physical illness or exhaustion, withdrawal, mood changes, depression, hopelessness, and increased use of alcohol and drugs.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Feedback:
Nurses need to cultivate realistic expectations from the job and from themselves. To stay healthy and happy, nurses should refuse to accept responsibility for others' problems; manage client care according to priorities; keep priorities for family, friends, and personal goals in order; search for creative ways to express excellence at work; and never stop learning.