Which of the following can a nurse do to improve her own health and self-care?
a. Meditate
b. Exercise
c. Never call off from work
d. Structure time to maximize task completion
B
To promote self-care for the health care provider, the provider should take time out for self, including exercise; seek balance in life; manage conflict effectively; use humor and laugh often; use effective communication with family, co-workers, and significant others; and stay at home when sick.
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