What methods for coping with stress would be included in a teaching session with a group of older adults? (Select all that apply.)
a. Meditation
b. Talking with family and friends
c. Swimming
d. Alcohol use in moderation
e. Massage therapy
ANS: A, B, C, E
The use of alcohol does not relieve stress but may be used in response to a stressful situation. Alcohol use can lead to abuse in some older adults. The safe level of alcohol decreases in the older adult. Physical activity in moderation, relaxation techniques, and viable support systems provide positive interventions to cope with stress.
You might also like to view...
A student nurses asks the nursing instructor why an infant's skin appears reddened. Which response by the nursing instructor is most appropriate?
1) "The infant's skin color is caused by an excessive breakdown of erythrocytes." 2) "The infant's skin color is caused by increased lipid levels." 3) "The infant's skin color is caused by diminished peripheral circulation." 4) "The infant's skin color is caused by lower amounts of subcutaneous tissue."
Time management is an essential skill for nurse managers. This can be effectively managed through the creation of to-do lists and is an example of:
a. delegation. b. motivation. c. negotiation. d. prioritization.
A client informs the nurse that he has quit smoking because his father died from lung cancer 3 months ago. Based on his motivation, smoking cessation should be recognized as an example of which of the following?
1) Healthy living 2) Health promotion 3) Wellness behaviors 4) Health protection
To assist the woman after delivery of the infant, the nurse knows that the blood patch is used after spinal anesthesia to relieve
a. Hypotension b. Headache c. Neonatal respiratory depression d. Loss of movement