A Nurse Would Like to Influence an Internal Private Health

question 2

Multiple Choice

A nurse would like to influence an internal private health policy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

• A) Build or join a private entrepreneurial practice to provide lower cost services to underserved groups
• B) Participate in public discussions regarding quality and managed care
• C) Support nursing research done that demonstrates positive clinical and economic outcomes
• D) Write managed care organizations to request that nurses receive reimbursement for health services to clients

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

According to Hans Selye, a series of physiological reactions to stress occurring in three phases: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Resistance Phase

The second stage of the general adaptation syndrome, where the body adapts to and resists stress, but at a high cost to its energy resources.

Exhaustion Phase

The final stage of the general adaptation syndrome, characterized by the body's inability to continue adaptation to stress, leading to potential burnout or health issues.

Alarm Phase

The initial reaction of the body to stress, activating the sympathetic nervous system and the release of stress hormones.