The nurse is providing education to a family who is experiencing crisis due to divorce. The nurse emphasizes the importance of self-care and treatment of crisis. Which statements will the nurse include in the family teaching? Select all that apply

Question

1. "While every crisis is different, there are options that will help during this time."
2. "It is important to monitor for behavioral changes while coping with crisis."
3. "It may be beneficial to write in a journal to document stress exposures while coping with crisis."
4. "While every crisis is different, there are common emotions which occur while coping with crisis."
5. "It may be best to stay home from school or work during this time in order to avoid social interaction."

Answer 1

Answer: 1, 2, 3, 4
Explanation: When providing education to individuals in crisis, it is important for the nurse to provide hope and discuss options available to help patients and families cope with the crisis. The nurse should emphasize the importance of monitoring for behavioral changes during the adaptation stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome. Writing in a journal may help by providing a way for individuals to monitor feelings of anxiety or to document stress exposures. While every crisis is different, there are common emotions that occur while coping with crisis. The nurse should emphasize the importance of social support, not social isolation, during times of crisis.