A Nurse Who Has Just Returned from Two Weeks of Time

question 8

Multiple Choice

A nurse who has just returned from two weeks of time off following minor surgery says, "I'm so glad to be back to work. I'm sick of watching television. I can't believe I missed the stress here." What are possible explanations for this statement? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

• A) Lack of stress can cause boredom.
• B) Stress can be motivational.
• C) Apathy can occur if stress is absent.
• D) Eustress occurs when stress is decreased too much.
• E) A balance between stress and coping is essential.

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