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Stress management for nurses: controlling the whirlwind
1School of Nursing, Laurentian University, Sudbury, Ontario, Canada.
Nursing Forum
|January 1, 1997
Summary
Nurses can effectively manage life stress using a flexible program with varied intervention strategies. This approach helps minimize negative outcomes associated with stress reactions.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Health Management
Background:
- Stress reactions can have varying negative outcomes, from mild to severe.
- Effective stress management is crucial for nurses' well-being and professional longevity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose an integrated, flexible program for nurses to manage life stress.
- To outline intervention strategies applicable to different phases of the stress reaction progression.
Main Methods:
- Conceptualizing stress reaction as a whirlwind.
- Presenting a variety of coping strategies for stress management.
- Encouraging the development of a personal repertoire of interventions.
Main Results:
- Negative consequences of stress can be minimized through phased intervention.
- A flexible program allows for adaptation to individual needs.
- Nurses can proactively build coping mechanisms.
Conclusions:
- Nurses can proactively manage stress through a tailored, multi-level intervention program.
- Personalized stress management strategies are key to mitigating adverse effects.
- Implementing a flexible program supports nurses' resilience and well-being.