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segrsyd · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The new graduate nurse has committed to improving self-care activities. Which behaviors exemplify that the nurse is following through on this personal commitment?

1. Using meditation to de-stress at the end of a long day at work
2. Eating a low fat-diet, as there is a family history of heart disease
3. Attending workshops designed to enhance professional skills at least twice yearly
4. Volunteering to cover a friend's weekend shifts so the friend can fully recover from a sprained ankle
5. Making sure to reserve the time to read a favorite book between 12 hours of shift work

Question 2

The graduate nurse learns of failing the NCLEX-RN examination but realizes that passing the examination is a challenge worth achieving.

To improve her outlook, the graduate nurse writes positive affirmations that are reviewed daily before studying for the examination. Which affirmations would be the most beneficial for the graduate nurse to use?

1. I will focus on a new career.
2. I should have studied harder .
3. I am doing what brings me joy.
4. This is an opportunity to grow.
5. I cannot remember everything.

lorealeza · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 5
Rationale 1: Self-care is described as helping oneself grow and actualize one's possibilities. Managing stress in a healthy manner is certainly a positive behavior directed at self-care.
Rationale 2: Self-care is described as helping oneself grow and actualize one's possibilities. Eating a low-fat diet, especially when one has an increased risk for heart disease, is certainly a positive behavior directed at self-care.
Rationale 3: Although self-care is described as helping oneself grow and actualize one's possibilities, this action is more related to one's professional, not personal, life.
Rationale 4: Although this action reflects caring, it is directed at another rather than toward the self.
Rationale 5: Self-care is described as helping oneself grow and actualize one's possibilities. Engaging in enjoyable activities in a healthy manner is certainly a positive behavior directed at self-care.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 3, 4

Rationale: Positive affirmations can lead to greater self-esteem and control self-doubt. Focusing on a new career is not a positive affirmation.