The nurse is dealing with a problem at work and has been focused on finding solutions. After a good night's sleep the nurse wakes with a solution. How did sleeping help the nurse solve the problem?
1.
It was focus time.
2.
It was letting-go time.
3.
It was time for creative thinking.
4.
It provided serendipity.
ANS: 2
The nurse's night of sleep served as letting-go time, allowing the mind to focus again after some rest, which led to the solution.
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