The nurse is applying Neuman's systems model during client care. Which response should the nurse identify as an intrapersonal stressor to a client?
1. Inadequate health insurance coverage
2. Family members who quarrel frequently about the client's care
3. Adverse reaction to medication
4. Expectations regarding rehab
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Extrapersonal stressors are those that occur outside the person (e.g., financial/insurance concerns).
Rationale 2: Interpersonal stressors are those that occur between individuals (e.g., family members who quarrel).
Rationale 3: Neuman categorizes stressors as intrapersonal when they occur within the individual (e.g., a drug reaction).
Rationale 4: Neuman categorizes stressors as interpersonal when they occur between individuals (e.g., expectations regarding rehabilitation).
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