A client states she is experiencing high stress. She is in a work environment in which her boss treats
her "like a doormat.".
She states he thinks nothing of demanding that she stay overtime and work on
Saturdays whenever he is "in the mood to work.". A coping strategy the nurse might suggest using is
a. resigning the position.
b. learning to reframe the situation.
c. relying on the support of her family.
d. using assertiveness techniques.
ANS: D
The client is experiencing stress because her boss is violating her rights as an employee.
Assertiveness techniques would help her stand up for her rights without being aggressive. Option A
is a drastic option. Option B is not called for. Option C may not be effective.
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