Personal Growth And Resilience Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What is compassion fatigue?
A
When the caregiver takes on the suffering and pain of their patient and begins to feel it as their own.
2
Q
What is burnout?
A
When a caregiver feels overwhelmed by their work and becomes less engaged.
3
Q
What can help burntout and stress?
A
- Being aware of strengths and weaknesses
- Setting boundaries
- Being responsibility selfish - cannot look after others if not looking after yourself
- Learning assertiveness
4
Q
What self-care can be incorporated to avoid burnout and stress?
A
- Eat a nutritious diet
- Get enough sleep
- Take regular exercise
- Connect with friends
- Avoid, minimise time spent with people who drain you
5
Q
What are signs of stress?
A
- Headaches
- Backaches
- Gastrointestinal issues
- Irritability
- Withdrawing socially
6
Q
What can help reflection?
A
- Learning from colleagues
- Continuing professional development (CPD)
- Mindfulness and meditation
- Building resilience
7
Q
How can resilience be improved?
A
- Avoid comparison to others
- Identify and accept personal limitations
- Set realistic expectations
- Forgive yourself for mistakes
- Identify core values and aim to live by them
- Develop supportive relationships
