Theories
What is the Diathesis Stress Model?
The theory is that mental and physical disorders develop from a genetic or biological predisposition for that illness this is also combined with stress factors that play a facilitating role.
What is the most commonly prescribed mood stabilizer?
Lithium
finish this: ____ is golden
Silence
Silence gives the pt time to vent and it is not an absence of communication, it is used to help receive information
True or False: You must document an incident report into the medical record
False!! Do not document that an incident report has been filled in the medical record
What is the official manual to diagnose psychiatric mental health disorders called?
DSM-5 (The Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders)
What are Peplau's four levels of anxiety?
Mild Anxiety, Moderate Anxiety, Severe Anxiety, and Panic Anxiety
What is the difference between Countertransference and Transference?
Countertransference: Occurs when the therapist or nurse projects unconscious emotional responses onto the client
Transference: Occurs when the client projects intense feelings onto the therapist or nurse
What is AN (Anorexia Nervosa) *both subtypes, and what are some signs and symptoms to look out for?
Anorexia Nervosa
-restricting food intake
-periods or binge eating and "purging"
S/S: Lanugo (thin hair), intense and irrational fear of being overweight, low vital signs, Amenorrhea (No menstruation), fluid and electrolyte imbalance)
What is the phases of the Nurse- Patient Relationship?
Pre-Orientation, Orientation Phase, Working Phase, and Termination Phase
What is Interpersonal Therapy?
- Hands-on system in which therapists actively guide and challenge maladaptive behaviors and distorted views.
-Focus on the here and now
Therapist's role is a observer, reflects on the client's interpersonal behavior
-Premise for this woke is that when people are aware of their dysfunctional pattern and unrealistic expectations and can modify them
What are the three useful tools to help nurses communicate with their patients?
Silence, Active Listening, and Clarifying Techniques
What is MSE (Mental Status Examination) and what questions would you ask the client?
A test to determine a client's mental status and it is fundamental to use a nursing assessment. This is also part of the objective data.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
This is a form of psychotherapy to help change unhealthy/ negative ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving.
-Once maladaptive patterns are identified they can help replace with rational thoughts