NSG 211 Anxiety (Complete And Verified Study material) (12pages) LEARNEXAMS

1. Selye Stress Adaptation Model: Answer defined stress as "wear and tear" on the body.Stressors are any positive or negative occurrence or as any emotion requiring a response Changes became known as stress adaptation syndrome, and they occur in threestages: (1) alarm, (2) resistance, and (3) exhaustion. 2. Stage I - Alarm - "Fight of Flight" Answer • Level 1 - 2 (mild to moderate) • Increase in alertness • Focused on the immediate task • Mobilize resources and defenses • Ifstressor is not alleviated, move to Stage II 3. Stage II – Resistance Answer • Level 2 - 3 (moderate to severe) • Individual strives to adapt to stress • Decreased ability to learn or problem solve • If stressor is prolongedor overwhelming, move to Stage III 4. Stage III – Exhaustion Answer • Level 3 - 4 (severe to panic) • Body is entirely depletedand immunity is weakened • Defense mechanisms are dysfunctional and thinking is illogical (poor decision making) • Delusions and hallucinations occur • Patient canbecome violent, suicidal, or completely immobilized • Can lead to death, due to exhaustion!!!