Which lifestyle changes should the nurse incorporate in the nursing care plan for a patient with generalized anxiety disorder? Select all that apply
a. Stop smoking.
b. Limit caffeine intake.
c. Eliminate stress from your life.
d. Practice a relaxation technique daily.
e. Limit worrying to specific times each day.
ANS: A, B, D, E
CNS stimulants, including caffeine and nicotine, increase anxiety symptoms such as heart rate and muscle tension. Relaxation techniques are invaluable in the management of stress and anxiety. Limiting the time to allow worrying will help control the invasive thoughts. One cannot avoid stressful situations and attempting to do so does not help in managing its af-fects.
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