One type of risk, HR Professionals must be aware of and combat is job stress. Which of the
following is the best definition of job stress?
- Stress is the degree of physical, emotional, and mental strain upon a worker from the demands and constraints of employment.
- Stress is the lack of exercise, sleep, and good diet combined with work demands that are beyond the scope of a person's capabilities.
- Stress is a harmful physical and emotional response that occurs when the requirements of the job don't match the capabilities, resources, or needs of the worker.
- Stress is pressure from requirements in a workplace that are beyond the scope of job satisfaction.
Answer(s): C
Reference:
Professional in Human Resources Certification Guide, Sybex, ISBN: 978-0-470-43096-
5. Chapter 5: Human Resource Development. Official PHR and SPHR Certification Guide, HR Certification Institute, ISBN: 978-1-586-44149-4, Section III, The US Body of Knowledge.
Chapter: Risk Management
Objective: Risk Assessment
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