Anxiety
What is anxiety?
The feeling of being excessively worried or fearful
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of a manic episode in bipolar disorder
Decreased need for sleep
Define Dementia vs. Delirum
Chronic, progressive, treatable- non-curable
Acute, secondary to infection, treatable
What do people with this disorder interpret abnormally?
Reality
Which of the following is a common symptom of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children?
Difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities
Inattention is a core symptom of ADHD in children.
Name two types of anxiety disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Panic Disorder
Social Phobia/Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)
An LPN is caring for a patient with bipolar disorder who has just been started on lithium. Which assessment is most important to monitor?
Lithium levels for toxicity
Which interventions are most appropriate for a patient with advanced dementia who is exhibiting aggressive behavior?
Identify and address underlying needs or triggers
Assess risk for Self har or harm to others
What are POSITIVE Symptoms of Schizophrenia?
Delusions
Hallucinations
Disorganized thinking & behavior
A 10-year-old patient exhibits extreme anxiety when separated from parents. This is most likely indicative of:
Separation Anxiety Disorder
Excessive fear of separation from caregivers is a hallmark of Separation Anxiety Disorder.
How many levels of anxiety are there?
4; Mild, Moderate, Severe,+ Panic
Mood swings
What is the most common form of dementia?
Alzheimer's disease
What are the NEGATIVE Symptoms of Schizophrenia?
Lack basic human qualities
Avolition-Without motivation
Anhedonia-Without pleasure
Asociality-Isolation
Alogia, or decreased speech output
A 14-year-old patient with depression is prescribed fluoxetine. What is an important consideration for the nurse?
Monitor for increased suicidal ideation
Rationale: SSRIs like fluoxetine can initially increase suicidal thoughts in adolescents.
What are some symptoms of an anxiety disorders?
Fearfulness
Worriness
Irritation
Fatigue
Fast heart beat
What are the 2 main types of bipolar disorders?
Bipolar 1 disorder- syptoms?
Bipolar 2 disorder- symptoms?
A patient with dementia frequently attempts to leave the nursing unit. Which intervention is most appropriate?
Create a safe wandering path
Providing a safe environment for wandering respects the patient's autonomy while ensuring safety.
Which nursing intervention is most appropriate for a patient with schizophrenia experiencing social isolation?
Encourage participation in group activities
Rationale: Encouraging social interaction can help combat social isolation, a common negative symptom of schizophrenia.
True or False?
Expressing emotions is a key component of group therapy for children with anxiety.
TRUTH!
What are ways we can treat anxiety disorders?
Non-pharm + Pharm?
Which intervention is most appropriate for a patient experiencing a manic episode?
Provide a calm, low-stimulus environment
Which assessment tool is most appropriate for evaluating cognitive function in older adults?
Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE)
The MMSE is a widely used screening tool for cognitive impairment in older adults.
A patient with schizophrenia reports hearing voices telling them to harm others. What is the nurse's priority action?
Assess the patient's risk for violence
Command hallucinations can be dangerous, and assessing the risk for violence is crucial for patient and staff safety.
Which of the following is not typically a characteristic of ADHD?
a) Hyperactivity b) Impulsivity c) Inattention d) Hallucinations
Hallucinations Rationale: Hallucinations are not a characteristic symptom of ADHD. The primary symptoms are inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.