And some medical studies have linked job stress to several forms of heart disease. Although working with life and death situations is an obvious stress inducer, the everyday environment sometimes can be nearly as debilitating. Too much work. A bad boss. Police are involved in the most critical situations.
Nurses deal with patients struggling with major medical problems.
Nurses are the front-line managers of medical care. Use your creative problem skills to deal with anticipated events. Talk about the problem with loved ones and those you trust to give you honest and accurate feedback. Find some active outlet for your frustration and distress. E.W. Scripps Publications , All Rights Reserved.