Which of the following interventions would be classified as secondary prevention for stress?
a. Classify stressor
b. Mobilize resources
c. Educate client and family
d. Coordinate resources
ANS: B
Mobilizing resources is classified as a secondary prevention intervention. A primary intervention is to classify the stressor. Educating client and family is a primary intervention. Coordinating resources is a tertiary intervention.
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