Question

a nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who is recently divorced with two young children. the client reports difficulty sleeping, feeling hopeless, and being estranged from family. the nurse should recommend monitoring the client for which of the following potential manifestations of chronic stress? systemic infection exaggerated startle response recurring nightmares suicide

Explanation:

The client has chronic stress factors (divorce, family estrangement, hopelessness). Chronic stress can lead to severe psychological distress, and suicide is a potential manifestation of extreme chronic stress with feelings of hopelessness. Systemic infection is not a typical chronic stress manifestation. Exaggerated startle response and recurring nightmares are more associated with acute stress or trauma - related disorders rather than chronic stress in this context.

Answer:

D. Suicide