Medical-Surgical Nursing:Assessment and Managementof Clinical Problems 9th Edition by Sharon Lewis,Shannon Ruff Dirksen,Margaret McLean Heitkemper,Linda Bucher

Exercise 1

A patient has recently had a myocardial infarction.What emotion-focused coping strategies should the nurse encourage him to use to adapt to the physical and emotional stress of his illness (select all that apply)?
A) Use meditation
B) Plan dietary changes
C) Start an exercise program
D) Do favorite escape activities (e.g., playing cards)
E) Share feelings with spouse or other family members