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, Attributing one's own motives, values, desires, situational responses, and personality traits
to another person
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1 Denial 2 Regression
3 Repression 4 Projection
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Mild anxiety normal; increases ability to think clearly
moderate anxiety normal; Narrows focus, dulls perception, lessens attention span
Severe anxiety abnormal; Inability to make decisions or solve problems
Panic abnormal; Feelings of dread or terror, Immobilization, inability to concentrate,
communicate, or think rationally, Diaphoresis, chest pain, dyspnea, palpitations
Burnout mental or physical exhaustion due to constant stress or activity
Compassion Fatigue occurs when deeply caring and empathetic nurses become overwhelmed by the
constant needs of patients and families
Burnout/Compassion Fatigue interventions allowing nurses to care for themselves and exercising, balancing nutrition, and
attending therapy.
signs of burnout and compassion fatigue Mood swings, avoidance of working with some patients, frequent sick days,
irritability, reduced memory, poor concentration, and decreased empathy.
Headaches, digestive upset, muscle tension, fatigue, chest pain, and palpitations
Compensation Focusing on strengths rather than perceived weaknesses
Denial Ignoring aspects of reality that induce anxiety or contribute to a loss of self-
esteem
Displacement Redirecting negative emotions perceived as unacceptable or threatening to a
safer focus
Intellectualization Overthinking a challenging situation or impulse to avoid dealing with the
emotions it elicits