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@Brianna17

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The nurse is concerned that a client is in the third stage of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) when which of the following is assessed?
 
  1. Increased energy
  2. Fluid retention
  3. Prolonged stress
  4. Numbing effect

Question 2

The nurse determines that a client is utilizing a maladaptive method to cope with a new illness. Which of the following is the client most likely demonstrating?
 
  1. Crying
  2. Exercising
  3. Reading
  4. Sleeping



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A numbing effect is part of the third stage of GAS, the stage of exhaustion. Increased energy, fluid retention, and prolonged stress are part of the second stage of GAS.

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Maladaptive techniques include sleeping, withdrawal from social contacts, overeating, smoking, drug and alcohol abuse, and excessive involvement in any activity. Adaptive methods of coping include exercising, social support, reading, writing in a journal, crying, relaxation techniques, and meditation or prayer.





 

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