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Stress management for nurses: controlling the whirlwind

J Kivisto1, R T Couture

  • 1School of Nursing, Laurentian University, Sudbury, Ontario, Canada.

Nursing Forum
|January 1, 1997
PubMed
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.

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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.

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