Which source of stress is exemplified when a correctional officer experiences sleeping difficulties (e.g., inability to fall asleep, nightmares) after witnessing a riot in which an inmate murdered a correctional officer?

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The correct answer is B) the impacts of critical incidents because the sleeping difficulties experienced by the correctional officer are directly related to witnessing a traumatic event (a riot and murder), which is categorized as a critical incident. This type of stress is specifically linked to exposure to events that are extremely stressful or traumatic, rather than general work conditions, personal life issues, or training inadequacies.

Which Source of Stress Is Exemplified When a Correctional Officer