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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Strategies_for_Success_in_Nursing_School_From_Start_to_Finish/03%3A_Successful_Test_Taking/3.01%3A_Dealing_with_Test_Anxiety-_Managing_Your_Stress_for_SuccessThis page offers guidance on managing exam-related anxiety with practical "Dos and Don'ts." Recommendations include preparation, a positive mindset, and relaxation techniques. It highlights the signif...This page offers guidance on managing exam-related anxiety with practical "Dos and Don'ts." Recommendations include preparation, a positive mindset, and relaxation techniques. It highlights the significance of sleep and nutrition while advising against negative influences on exam day. A test anxiety assessment helps individuals gauge their stress, and resources for support are provided for those facing difficulties with test anxiety.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Strategies_for_Success_in_Nursing_School_From_Start_to_Finish/04%3A_Self-Care-_Strategies_for_Personal_and_Professional_SuccessThis page stresses the significance of self-care for nursing students, starting with self-awareness and being a lifelong process. It notes that self-care improves academic performance and resilience, ...This page stresses the significance of self-care for nursing students, starting with self-awareness and being a lifelong process. It notes that self-care improves academic performance and resilience, in line with the ethical obligations of the American Nurses Association. The text highlights that caring for oneself is essential to effectively care for others and offers insights into stress management, self-awareness, and self-compassion.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/08%3A_Stress_and_Stress-Related_Disorders/8.04%3A_Physiological_ResponseThis section delves into the body's physiological response to stress, focusing on the roles of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. It explains the brain's interpretation of stress, ou...This section delves into the body's physiological response to stress, focusing on the roles of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. It explains the brain's interpretation of stress, outlining how the sympathetic response prepares the body for "fight, flight, or freeze" actions. It also covers the effects of chronic stress on health, highlighting the role of the hypothalamic-pituitary axis and the sympathetic-adrenal-medullary response.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/08%3A_Stress_and_Stress-Related_Disorders/8.08%3A_Pharmacotherapy_and_Complementary_and_Alternative_MedicineThis 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.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/08%3A_Stress_and_Stress-Related_Disorders/8.07%3A_Role_of_Stress_in_Family_HealthThis section emphasizes the significance of family health, highlighting how stress impacts both individuals and the family unit. It discusses the role of nurses in supporting family-centered care, pro...This section emphasizes the significance of family health, highlighting how stress impacts both individuals and the family unit. It discusses the role of nurses in supporting family-centered care, promoting effective communication, and offering resources to combat stress. Family dynamics influence stress management, with nurses acting as mediators and advocates to enhance family support and education.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Strategies_for_Success_in_Nursing_School_From_Start_to_Finish/03%3A_Successful_Test_TakingThis page highlights the significance of exam preparation, comparing it to preparing for major life events. It stresses the necessity of motivation and focus in studying, despite it being potentially ...This page highlights the significance of exam preparation, comparing it to preparing for major life events. It stresses the necessity of motivation and focus in studying, despite it being potentially unexciting. Additionally, it touches on managing test anxiety and effective test-taking strategies, concluding that thorough preparation is key to achieving better performance.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Strategies_for_Success_in_Nursing_School_From_Start_to_Finish/04%3A_Self-Care-_Strategies_for_Personal_and_Professional_Success/4.03%3A_Self_Awareness_and_Self_CompassionThis page emphasizes self-awareness and self-compassion for personal and professional development in nursing. It highlights the role of mindfulness and journaling in enhancing self-reflection. Kristen...This page emphasizes self-awareness and self-compassion for personal and professional development in nursing. It highlights the role of mindfulness and journaling in enhancing self-reflection. Kristen Neff's definition of self-compassion advocates for kindness towards oneself during challenges.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Strategies_for_Success_in_Nursing_School_From_Start_to_Finish/02%3A_Successful_Study_Strategies/2.04%3A_Success_After_Class_-_Reviewing_MaterialThis page highlights the importance of a structured five-day review period before exams to boost student success. Leslie Jennings recommends breaking material into manageable parts to prevent cramming...This page highlights the importance of a structured five-day review period before exams to boost student success. Leslie Jennings recommends breaking material into manageable parts to prevent cramming, promoting consistent study habits, healthy practices, and effective time management. This organized approach aims to reduce stress and enhance performance, particularly in demanding environments like nursing school with overlapping exams.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/03%3A_Health_Promotion_and_Patient_Education/3.02%3A_Strategies_for_Improving_Healthy_HabitsThe page provides strategies to improve physical and psychosocial health by incorporating lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic. It emphasizes the role of exercise, which should include flexibility, musc...The page provides strategies to improve physical and psychosocial health by incorporating lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic. It emphasizes the role of exercise, which should include flexibility, muscle strength, cardiorespiratory endurance, and postural stability. Mindful self-care practices such as meditation and journaling are recommended for stress reduction, along with achieving work-life balance.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/08%3A_Stress_and_Stress-Related_Disorders/8.02%3A_Causes_and_Types_of_StressThis section focuses on understanding stress and stressors, crucial for nurses in patient care. Stress is described as normal, with people experiencing it differently based on physical, psychological,...This section focuses on understanding stress and stressors, crucial for nurses in patient care. Stress is described as normal, with people experiencing it differently based on physical, psychological, and emotional factors. Stressors are categorized as internal or external and can be acute or chronic. Physical stressors affect the body directly, while psychosocial stressors relate to mental and emotional responses. Stress varies with age, where coping skills differ between children and adults.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Strategies_for_Success_in_Nursing_School_From_Start_to_Finish/04%3A_Self-Care-_Strategies_for_Personal_and_Professional_Success/4.02%3A_Stress_Management_and_Your_Best_SelfThis page examines the impact of chronic stress on college students, emphasizing the role of academic and social pressures. It highlights the necessity of stress management techniques, including time ...This page examines the impact of chronic stress on college students, emphasizing the role of academic and social pressures. It highlights the necessity of stress management techniques, including time management and self-care, to prevent serious health consequences. Additionally, it introduces the concept of 'Your Best Self' from Carl Rogers' theory, advocating for self-care that aligns with personal ideals, and offers exercises for self-reflection to enhance personal growth and well-being.
