NUR 3225 Exam 1 FSU (100% Verified Answers)

Alarm Reaction correct answers Alarm Reaction o Flight or fight response o Physiologic changes o ↑secretion of corticosteroids (adrenal cortex) o ↑SNS activity o ↑norepinephrine (adrenal medulla) o Low resistance to stressor Stage of Resistance correct answers Stage of Resistance o Adapting o ↑Resistance to stressor (resources o are mobilized) o Physiologic changes o Corticosteroids back to normal o SNS normalizes o Norepinephrine normalizes o Flight/fight disappears o High resistance to stressor Stage of Resistance correct answers Stage of Exhaustion o Final stage o Adaptation unsuccessful o All energy expended o Mild alarm s/s may be seen o Illness/death o May be reversed by external sources (medications) Given a patient undergoing stress, the student will be able to develop an individualized nursing plan of care to include traditional, complementary, alternative, and mind-body interventions to assist in the reduction of stress. correct answers Relaxation Strategies • Relaxation Breathing: can be performed while sitting, standing, or lying down. o Useful during a stressful or anxious situation to reduce stress. o Take 10 breaths each session and use the 4x4 method. • Meditation: is a state of being with increased concentration and awareness. o Helps to reorient the brain from a stressful fight or flight mode to one of acceptance. o Practice in a quiet place free from distractions • Imagery: The use of one's mind to generate images that have a calming effect on the body. COMPLEMENTARY/ ALTERNATIVE THERAPY • ST. JOHNS WORT - DEPRESSION • YOGA - GENERAL WELL BEING • KAVA - ANXIETY • Music: help achieve relaxation and bring about healthy changes in emotional or physical states.