Critical Thinking
What are two behaviors that Betty exhibit that match the criteria for Generalized Anxiety Disorder(GAD)?
what is restlessness, and excessive worrying.
Which beta-blocker is Betty prescribed for Hypertension?
What is Labetalol
How many children did Betty and Ralph have?
seven
Why did Betty's sister take her to see a folk healer?
To cure the evil eye placed on Betty causing her sickness.
Dysarthria can be caused by Huntington disease
true
What diagnosis is Betty at risk for due to her family's history?
Hypertension and Type 2 Diabetes.
Why is Betty taking Atorvastatin
for elevated cholesterol
Where was Betty born?
Cuba
Which neurological assessment did EMS use to assess Betty's condition?
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke scale
Betty is allergic to cauliflower
False, according to the case study Betty has no known allergies documented.
How does Kava and Buspirone work together when combined?
what is suppressing the CNS.
What is the brand name for Buspirone?
What is Buspar
What field of work did Betty's family pursue before opening a restaurant?
Betty's family were migrant farm workers.
What diagnostic testing did Betty receive upon her arrival to the emergency department?
CT scan
Betty's daughter has a history of Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolisms.
What is true
Why did the physician order Sequential Compression Devices for Betty?
To prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis
Which two herbal substances does Betty use?
Kava and Passaflora
What did Betty's daughter buy with the money Ralph gave her?
a house
What is an example of dysarthria?
Slurred or slow speech
Betty's mother died from cancer
what is false Betty's mother has no known health conditions
Why are stroke patients at risk for DVT? (list one)
limb paralysis, immobility, and hypercoagulability
How many multivitamin tablets does Betty take daily?
one
What age did Betty move to the United States?
Seven years old
How much coffee does Betty consume daily?
according to the case study betty consumed 1 pot of coffee daily which could be a contributing factor to her anxiety.
Betty is taking Atorvastatin in the early morning for depressed mood
False; Betty is taking Atorvastatin at bedtime for elevated cholesterol.