A student nurse can cope with the stressors of test anxiety by using relaxation, behavioral changes, and support networks. Which of these processes is a work in this situation?
a. adaptive measures c. denial
b. defense mechanisms d. maladaptive measures
A
People use adaptive measures to deal directly with a stressful situation or the symptoms the situation produces; these measures require minimal expenditure of energy and include relaxation, behavioral changes, and support networks.
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A) Semi-Fowler B) Supine C) High Fowler D) Side-lying
The nurse explains the difference between exertional angina and unstable angina is that unstable angina occurs:
a. on heavy exertion. b. when the blood pressure increases sharply. c. when the body reacts to high stress levels. d. unpredictably, even in sleep.
A client is at risk for coronary artery disease. Which of the following should the nurse instruct as modifiable risk factors for this health condition? (Select all that apply.)
1. Alcohol consumption 2. Diabetes mellitus 3. Family history 4. Gender 5. Low daily fruit intake 6. Psychosocial index
Many rural communities have assessed how activity friendly they are
What assessment tool is especially useful for local rural community leaders seeking to build partnerships and involve community members in identifying needs and designing and implementing active living interventions? A) Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Activity Friendly Tool B) SPACES instrument C) Irvine-Minnesota Inventory D) Rural Active Living Assessment