Identify which of the following would be detrimental for the nurse desiring to manage stress when working with a client/family in crisis
1. Drink plenty of water and eat a balanced and healthy diet
2. Participate in memorials and rituals
3. Talk about your emotions
4. Maintain a consistent work assignment
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Rationale: Knowledge of ways to manage stress is necessary when working with clients/families in crisis. It is often more beneficial to rotate work assignments away from the scene, from high-stress to lower-stress assignments. The other choices are beneficial in maintaining psychological and physical well-being for those who care for clients in crisis, especially at disaster sites.
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