While conducting an assessment interview regarding stress and coping patterns, the nurse identifies questions that will encourage the client to communicate information: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. How do you usually handle stressful situations?
2. How would you describe yourself as a person?
3. Do you like your work?
4. What are your strengths in relationships?
5. Are you having any stress at work?
1,2,4
Rationale: This open ended question encourages the client to describe behaviors with more than a one or two word answer.
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