Author Question: The client is experiencing physiologic signs and symptoms of stress, including which of the ... (Read 72 times)

MirandaLo · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The client is experiencing physiologic signs and symptoms of stress, including which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

a. irritability d. confusion
b. nausea e. insomnia
c. increased breathing f. headache

Question 2

Which of these strategies would be MOST effective in helping a nurse manage professional stress?

a. Work extra shifts to gain management skills.
b. Ask a health care provider for an antianxiety prescription.
c. Recognize personal limits.
d. Drink only decaffeinated beverages.

sarah_brady415 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B, C, F
Nausea, increased breathing and headache are physiologic signs and symptoms of stress. Insomnia is a behavioral sign and symptom of stress, confusion is a cognitive sign and symptom of stress, and irritability is a psychological sign and symptom of stress.

Answer to Question 2

C
Health care professionals can manage or reduce professional stress by the three components of hardiness: commitment, challenge, and control (recognize personal limits).