Most medical professionals agree that a nursing career can be constantly stressful. It comes with the territory of caring for those who are ill and injured. On an average day, well-trained nurses are more than capable of managing the day to day stress that their profession brings. But there are also those occasional shifts that bring nurses to their knees, putting them in need of restorative tactics.

Here are some solutions for bringing a nurse back from the brink after a rough shift according to DailyNurse.com:

1. Debrief with colleagues who have also had a tough day.

2. Break up the routine. Take a different or longer route home.

3. Play soothing or instrumental music on the radio, or leave it off altogether.

4. Recuperate with a pet. A long walk with your dog or some snuggle time with your cat, ferret, or another small animal can help you detach from the day.

5. Taking a nap or reading something simple and calming

6. A shower or a soak in the tub cleanses off the residue of the day and leaves you fresh and ready for bed.

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