Numerous physical signs of stress in the older person are similiar to aging changes. Among them are elevated blood pressure, urinary frequency, diarrhea, increased heart rate, dyspnea, insomnia, and fatigue.
Following are some of the mental and emotional signs of stress :
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- Lack of attention to details
- Lack of concentration
- Lack of interest
- Lack of awareness to external stimuli
- Living in the past
- Forgetfulness
- Tearfulness
- Withdrawal
- Panronia
- Depression
- Irritability
Reference :Farrell J : Nursing Care of the Older Person, J.B. Lippincott Company, Philadelphia, 1990.
