NUR 283 Exam Study Guide 2025: Ultimate Review & Practice Questions

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define stress ......ANSWER........inability to cope with perceived

(real or imagined) demands


define and give examples of situational stress

......ANSWER........not commonly expected, difficult to adapt and

overcome


examples:


- trauma, serious illness, tragedy


define and give examples developmental stress

......ANSWER........expected/normal part of coping in life

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examples:


- pregnancy, children leaving home, empty nesting, caring for

elderly parents (sandwiching)


How does stress affect patients: ......ANSWER........- depression,

dyspepsia, eating disorders


- linked to causes


- linked to causes of death


- effects cognitive function


- aging


- more susceptible to infection


What are physiology stress responses? ......ANSWER........- affects

immune system

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- immunosuppression


Positive ways to manage stress ......ANSWER........Physical

Activity, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Breathing Exercises,

Imagery, Autogenic Training, Meditation, Yoga


What vital sign changes are common with anxiety

......ANSWER........- Breathing


- O2 oxygen saturation


- Heart rate, BP


-hyperventilation


Four Stages of Sleep Cycle: ......ANSWER........Stage 1:


- 4-5%


- light sleep