Occupational Stress and Resilience Flashcards
1
Q
What is the physiological result of acute stress?
A
- nervous and endocrine systems
- fight or flight
- hypothalamus response
- increased cortisol levels
2
Q
What is the physiological result of chronic stress?
A
- longer term high cortisol levels
- increased blood pressure
- impaired immune system
- affect on hippocampus memory
- emotions
- depression
3
Q
Why is stress a particular issue in dentistry?
A
- intricate work in sensitive body part
- sitting in same position for long periods
- requires smooth patient management
- work related, financial pressures
- stresses of running small business
4
Q
What are common causes of stress for dentists?
A
- feelings of personal/professional inadequacy
- frustration at work
- lack of communication with peers/patients
- poor interpersonal relationships
- overwork
- poor self-image
- low self esteem
5
Q
What are the physical symptoms of stress?
A
- exhaustion
- GI problems
- headaches
- shortness of breath
- skin complains
- sleeplessness
- aches and pains
6
Q
What are the psychological symptoms of stress?
A
- touchy and irritable
- general lethargy
- screaming/shouting
- outbursts of anger
7
Q
What are the 6 categories of stress risk factors?
A
- demand
- control
- support
- relationships
- role
- change
8
Q
What measurement is used for background levels of stress and what are the 3 categories of stress?
A
- Holmes and Rahe
- 3 categories of risk of stress related illness
- 0-150
- low chance
- 150-300
- moderate chance
- 300+
- high chance
- 0-150
9
Q
What is resilience?
A
the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy and threats
10
Q
What are the 4 components of resilience?
A
- awareness
- thinking
- reaching out
- fitness
