A person diagnosed with serious mental illness has frequent relapses,usually precipitated by situational stressors such as running out of money or the absence of key staff at the mental health center.Which interventions would the nurse suggest to reduce the risk of stressors to cause relapse? Select all that apply.
A) Discourage potentially stressful activities such as groups or volunteer work.
B) Develop written plans that will help the patient remember what to do in a crisis.
C) Help the patient identify and anticipate events that are likely to be overwhelming.
D) Encourage health-promoting activities such as exercise and getting adequate rest.
E) Accompany the patient to a National Alliance on Mental Illness support group.
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