The nurse is feeling overworked, tired, and irritable. Which of the following should the nurse do to combat these feelings of burnout?
1. Take a weekend off and party with friends to blow off steam.
2. Spend one entire day in bed.
3. Have a drink and social cigarette with friends.
4. Exercise regularly, eat a well-balanced diet, and get adequate sleep.
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The nurse who is experiencing burnout needs to apply self-care principles to her own life. These would include exercise, well-balanced diet, and adequate sleep. Partying with friends, staying in bed, drinking, and smoking are not appropriate self-care principles and may not help with the feelings of burnout.
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A grand tour question is most likely to be used:
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