Which nurse is more prone to burnout? The nurse who:
a. graduated last in the class.
b. is industrious and conscientious.
c. refuses to work an extra shift even though he or she needs the money.
d. volunteers to serve on only one committee and keeps in touch with schoolmates.
ANS: B
Correct: Burnout is more common among nurses with type A personalities and those who are overachievers.
Incorrect:
a. Burnout most often occurs among students who are at the top of the class and have high grades.
c. Long hours and repeated overtime can lead to burnout; thus refusing to work overtime or back-to-back long shifts may help avoid burnout.
d. Prioritizing obligations and retaining friendships outside the work environment can reduce stress, thus reducing the likelihood of burnout.
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