The nurse cares for a successful chemical engineer, age 29 years, who is admitted with a respiratory infection. The client reports feeling more stress than ever since a job promotion six months ago and asks, Why would something so positive and wonderful cause so much stress for me? Which is an appropriate response by the nurse? Select all that apply.

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A, B and E are appropriate responses by the nurse. A and B explain that any major life event can cause stress and that people's perceptions of stressors vary, while E acknowledges the fact that even positive events can have negative effects on our emotions and well-being. Choice C is not appropriate as it dismisses the client's feelings and experiences, and Choice D is incorrect as positive events can indeed cause stress or illness.

The Nurse Cares for a Successful Chemical Engineer, Age 29