What does a person experience as stress increases? (Select all ...

[D2AR0N]

What does a person experience as stress increases? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Widened focus
  b. Decreased problem-solving ability
  c. Indecisiveness
  d. Irrational behavior
  e. Attention to detail

Question 2

The nurse is aware that the use of a defense mechanism is a normal response to stress. When does a defense mechanism become problematic?
 
  a. When more than one defense mechanism is used at a time
  b. When the defense mechanism is used for longer than 1 week
  c. When the defense mechanism is used excessively
  d. When the defense mechanism is used until a more durable coping mechanism is formed

[jesse.fleming]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, D
As stress increases, the focus narrows, with no attention to detail, and problem-solving skills decrease, which leads to irrational behavior and indecisiveness.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Excessive or prolonged use of a defense mechanism to avoid dealing with stress is not a healthy use of defense mechanisms.

[D2AR0N]

Great answer, keep it coming

[Zebsrer]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it