Question

What nursing interventions would you use for patients that express increased anxiety due to the Coronavirus pandemic?

Answer 1

many people especially chronic ill patients and patients suffering from other comorbidities show increased concern over covid pandemic.patients can lessen sypmtoms of anxiety through proper information and practises.

1)advice patients to take a balanced nutritious diet which helps to boost immunity which reduce risk of infection

2)advice to maintIain a regular sleep pattern.

3)advice to do regular exercises within guidelines set by treating physician which help to improve mood and reduce anxiety.

4)other techniques like deep breathing exercises ,meditation,yoga helps a lot to reduce anxiety

5)provide accurate information regarding covid vaccines and there development

6)social connections with loved ones ,family and friends help to reduce anxiety.encourage them to use phone and social medias which alleviate anxiety and support from loved ones helps to cope with difficult sitiuation.