Background: The majority of nurses experience work related

stress, which can lead to a negative impact on patient care. The

stress can be handled by coping strategies. Aim: To illuminate

coping strategies among nurses experiencing work related

stress. Method: The study has been accomplished as a

literature study, with a systematic review of scientific articles.

Findings: Following coping strategies appeared: problem

solving, long-term strategies, passive strategies, leisure

strategies, social support and mental strategies. Conclusion:

Awareness of coping strategies for dealing with work related

stress, can lead to improvement in patient care.