A patient tells the nurse,"I'm told that I should reduce the stress in my life,but I have no idea where to start." Which would be the best initial nursing response?

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In this case,the nurse lacks information about what stressors the patient is coping with or about what coping skills already possessed.As a result,further assessment is indicated before potential solutions can be explored.Suggesting further exploration of the stress facing the patient is the only option that involves further assessment rather than suggesting a particular intervention.

A Patient Tells the Nurse,"I'm Told That I Should Reduce