The page discusses stress, covering its role as a response, a transaction, and a stimulus for disease. Stress is dynamic, influenced by personal, social, and environmental factors, and can lead to cli...The page discusses stress, covering its role as a response, a transaction, and a stimulus for disease. Stress is dynamic, influenced by personal, social, and environmental factors, and can lead to clinical manifestations if not managed properly. The transactional model explores varied responses based on individual differences. Stress is linked to diseases such as anxiety, heart disease, diabetes, and more, with stress responses potentially exacerbating these conditions.
Medical-surgical nursing, one of the largest nursing specialties, involves caring for a diverse patient population across various settings. These nurses provide care for adults preparing for or recove...Medical-surgical nursing, one of the largest nursing specialties, involves caring for a diverse patient population across various settings. These nurses provide care for adults preparing for or recovering from surgery and those with long-term illness complications. They develop advanced organizational, prioritization, assessment, and communication skills, coordinating patient care among interdisciplinary teams.