The Nurse Suggests That a Patient Help Manage the Stressors

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nurse suggests that a patient help manage the stressors that are triggering generalized anxiety by implementing compartmentalization.Which activity provides proof that the patient is employing this healthy defense mechanism?

• A) Attends a meditation class 3 times a week right after work
• B) Uses chocolate as a reward when keeping stress under control
• C) Counts to 10 before responding to a coworker who is a source of stress
• D) Shares with the office manager the situations that regularly cause increased stress

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Definitions:

Self-efficacy

An individual's belief in their capacity to execute behaviors necessary to produce specific performance achievements.

Task Performance

An individual's effectiveness in executing the duties and responsibilities that directly support the core functions of their job.

Management by Objectives

A management model that involves setting specific, measurable objectives that are agreed upon by both management and employees.

Goal-setting System

A structured approach to identifying and planning how to achieve personal or organizational objectives.