Coping Flashcards
Which of the following best defines the concept of coping?
A. A static process that only involves behavioral actions
B. A process focused exclusively on external stressors
C. An ever-changing process involving cognitive and behavioral responses to manage stress
D. The body’s automatic response to physical threats
Answer: C
Rationale: Coping is a dynamic process that involves both cognitive and behavioral responses to manage internal and external stressors
Which of the following is part of the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)?
A. Suppression
B. Isolation
C. Exhaustion stage
D. Rationalization
Answer: C
Rationale: The General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) includes the alarm stage, resistance stage, and exhaustion stage
Which of the following is a risk factor for ineffective/maladaptive coping?
A. Young age
B. Limited psychosocial resources
C. Good physical health
D. Strong social support
Answer: B
Rationale: Limited psychosocial resources are a risk factor for ineffective or maladaptive coping
Which type of coping focuses on resolving the stressor?
A. Emotion-focused coping
B. Meaning-focused coping
C. Problem-focused coping
D. Avoidance coping
Answer: C
Rationale: Problem-focused coping aims to reduce or eliminate the stressor
During the secondary appraisal process, the individual evaluates:
A. The harm to well-being
B. The resources available to manage the stressor
C. The initial emotional response to the stressor
D. The likelihood of developing an anxiety disorder
Answer: B
Rationale: Secondary appraisal involves evaluating the resources available to cope with the stressor
Select the following attributes of effective/adaptive coping:
A. Ability to perform ADLs
B. Denial of stressor
C. Appropriate communication
D. Calm affect
Answer: A, C, D
Rationale: Effective coping involves performing ADLs, using appropriate communication, and maintaining a calm demeanor. Denial is an ineffective coping mechanism
Select the consequences of ineffective coping:
A. Unsuccessful relationships
B. High level of self-care
C. Stress-related illnesses
D. Employment retention
Answer: A, C
Rationale: Ineffective coping can result in failed relationships and stress-related illnesses
Which of the following are examples of ego defense mechanisms?
A. Regression
B. Displacement
C. Isolation
D. Sublimation
Answer: A, B, C, D
Rationale: All options listed are examples of ego defense mechanisms used to cope with stress
Which of the following are positive coping strategies?
A. Education
B. Exercise
C. Alcohol abuse
D. Social support
Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: Education, exercise, and social support are positive coping strategies, while alcohol abuse is a maladaptive behavior
Identify the stages of the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS):
A. Alarm
B. Resistance
C. Denial
D. Exhaustion
Answer: A, B, D
Rationale: The stages of GAS are alarm, resistance, and exhaustion
True or False: Meaning-focused coping involves modifying one’s perception of the stressor through personal beliefs.
Answer: True
Rationale: Meaning-focused coping modifies the perception of the stressor by relying on personal values and beliefs
True or False: The fight-or-flight response is the body’s automatic reaction to emotional stressors only.
Answer: False
Rationale: The fight-or-flight response occurs in reaction to both physical and emotional stressors
True or False: Ineffective coping always leads to the development of a mental health disorder.
Answer: False
Rationale: While ineffective coping may increase the risk, it does not always result in mental health disorders
True or False: Ego defense mechanisms are conscious efforts to handle stress.
Answer: False
Rationale: Ego defense mechanisms are unconscious processes that help an individual handle stress
True or False: Cognitive appraisal is a linear process that only occurs once when evaluating a stressor.
Answer: False
Rationale: Cognitive appraisal is a nonlinear process that can occur multiple times depending on the individual’s assessment of the stressor
Which of the following is an example of maladaptive coping?
A. Exercising daily
B. Seeking counseling
C. Substance abuse
D. Talking to friends
Answer: C
Rationale: Substance abuse is an example of maladaptive coping
Which coping strategy focuses on managing emotional responses without addressing the stressor?
A. Problem-focused coping
B. Emotion-focused coping
C. Avoidance-focused coping
D. Meaning-focused coping
Answer: B
Rationale: Emotion-focused coping deals with managing emotions rather than the stressor itself
In the crisis model, which phase occurs when all internal and external resources are called upon to resolve the problem?
A. Phase 1
B. Phase 2
C. Phase 3
D. Phase 4
Answer: C
Rationale: Phase 3 of the crisis model involves calling on all internal and external resources to resolve the problem
Which nursing intervention is appropriate for a patient with ineffective coping?
A. Limit communication with the patient to avoid triggering anxiety
B. Encourage the patient to identify stressors and ways to reduce them
C. Avoid discussing feelings with the patient to prevent emotional distress
D. Recommend that the patient remain isolated during the recovery process
Answer: B
Rationale: A key nursing intervention is helping the patient identify stressors and effective coping strategies
Which phase in the General Adaptation Syndrome is characterized by the depletion of resources and potential health decline?
A. Alarm
B. Resistance
C. Exhaustion
D. Recovery
Answer: C
Rationale: The exhaustion stage occurs when the body’s resources are depleted, leading to possible health decline
Select factors that influence cognitive appraisal during stress:
A. Age
B. Developmental level
C. Personal values
D. Physical health
Answer: A, B, C, D
Rationale: Cognitive appraisal is influenced by factors such as age, developmental level, personal values, and physical health
Select the phases of a crisis:
A. Exposure to stressor
B. Increased use of problem-solving techniques
C. Calling on all internal resources
D. Major disorganization if resolution does not occur
Answer: A, C, D
Rationale: Phases include exposure to the stressor, calling on resources, and disorganization if the problem remains unresolved
True or False: Problem-focused coping aims to change the emotional response to stress rather than the stressor itself.
Answer: False
Rationale: Problem-focused coping aims to resolve or eliminate the stressor, not just the emotional response
Which of the following best describes the “Alarm Stage” in the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)?
A. The body resists or adapts to the stressor.
B. The body’s resources become depleted.
C. The body responds immediately to a stressor, activating the fight or flight response.
D. The individual begins using problem-solving techniques.
Answer: C
Rationale: The alarm stage is the first phase of GAS, characterized by the activation of the fight or flight response to a stressor
