This page provides an overview of stress and its management, focusing on both pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatments. It highlights the nurse's role in recognizing stress symptoms and provi...This page provides an overview of stress and its management, focusing on both pharmacological and nonpharmacological treatments. It highlights the nurse's role in recognizing stress symptoms and providing suitable interventions, whether through medication or complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). The text details the types of medications used, like SSRIs and anxiolytics, and touches on the controversial use of medical marijuana.
This section discusses nonpharmacological pain management strategies and the nurse's role in their implementation and patient education. Nonpharmacological techniques include physical modifications, m...This section discusses nonpharmacological pain management strategies and the nurse's role in their implementation and patient education. Nonpharmacological techniques include physical modifications, mind-body therapies, natural therapies, manipulative practices, energy healing, and electrical stimulation. Nurses should evaluate the appropriateness of these treatments, collaborate with patients and providers, and educate patients on therapy choices.
