Supportive relationships
Select 2 of the areas where your scores were low, after completing the self care questionnaire, from the results you were sent in the email you received with your results. These areas include;
1) Physical self care
2) Supportive relationships
3) Mindful self awareness
4) Self compassion and purpose
5) Mindful relaxation
6) Supportive structures
Summarize points from two professional references, one from two different areas where you scored low. The references are listed in the feedback you receive in the email after completing the questionnaire.
3. Develop a personal plan for how you will implement the self care strategies discussed in the article. Include how you plan to incorporate the strategies once you are a practicing nurse.
4. Importance to nursing. In your post, include at least 2 points about why you think that the topics you chose are important to nursing. Points should be thoughtful and organized and include the role of the nurse.
Sample Solution
One of the areas in which I scored low on the self-care questionnaire was Physical Self Care. To improve this score, one professional reference suggested that I take time to regularly assess my physical health and practice good eating habits (Kruzich et al., 2021). This includes making sure to eat a balanced diet with fresh fruits and vegetables, reducing sources of unhealthy saturated fats, exercising regularly, and avoiding tobacco products. Additionally, it is important to ensure that regular medical checkups are conducted as well as engaging in activities such as yoga or tai chi to maintain one’s physical wellbeing (Kruzich et al., 2021). Taking these steps can help create a healthier lifestyle overall.
Another area where I scored low on the self-care questionnaire was Supportive Relationships. The professional reference provided suggests that to increase this score it is important to reach out and make connections with supportive people in order to build strong relationships (Smith & McQuillan 2019). This means reaching out via phone or video calls when possible, maintaining communication even if you cannot physically be together due to current circumstances. Furthermore, making an effort to meet new people by attending virtual events or joining online groups can also be incredibly beneficial for finding potential friends with similar interests (Smith & McQuillan 2019).
Overall, increasing both physical self care and supportive relationships scores requires taking small incremental steps each day towards improving one’s well being. With dedication and persistence these goals can easily be achieved.
