While preparing a care plan the nurse adds interventions to address stress. What behavioral manifestation did the nurse assess to make this decision?

1. Acne
2. Anger
3. Confusion
4. Hair twisting


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Rationale 1: Acne is a physiologic indicator of stress.

Rationale 2: Anger is a psychological indicator of stress.

Rationale 3: Confusion is a psychological indicator of stress.

Rationale 4: Hair twisting is a behavioral indicator of stress.

Global Rationale: Hair twisting is a behavioral indicator of stress. Acne is a physiologic indicator of stress. Anger and confusion are psychological indicators of stress.

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