A client is very anxious and states, "I am so stressed." Why do these factors affect the client's safety?
A) Stress increases retention of information
B) Stress affects interpersonal relationships
C) Stress increases concern about hazards
D) Stress tends to narrow the attention span
Ans: D
Stressful situations tend to narrow a person's attention span and make him or her more prone to accidents. Stress does not increase retention of information or concern about hazards. Although stress may affect interpersonal relationships, that is not the same as safety.
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