The nurse is preparing to assess a client’s stress and coping patterns

The nurse is preparing to assess a client’s stress and coping patterns. What will be included in this assessment?

1. Client’s perception of stressors
2. Manifestations of stress
3. Employment status
4. Coping strategies
5. Weight changes

ANSWER

Correct Answer: 1, 2, 4, 5
Rationale 1: When obtaining the nursing history, the nurse should pose questions about the client’s perception of stressors.
Rationale 2: When obtaining the nursing history, the nurse should pose questions about manifestations of stress.
Rationale 3: Employment status is not a part of either the nursing history or physical examination when assessing a client’s stress and coping patterns.
Rationale 4: When obtaining the nursing history, the nurse should pose questions about past and present coping strategies.
Rationale 5: When obtaining the nursing history, the nurse should assess for indicators of stress, including weight changes.