Well that was traumatic
This is the treatment of choice for PTSD
Therapy
Name 3 s/s of Bulimia Nervosa
"I can't graduate if I don't pass my exam"
Normal anxiety
What personality disorders are apart of the Cluster A group? ("weird")
Schizotypal
Schizoid
Paranoid
Idealization
This is given to patients with PTSD that experience frequent nightmares
prazosin
Name 3 s/s of Anorexia Nervosa
Cachectic, lanugo, acrocyanosis, amenorrhea, low BMI > 18.5, bradycardia, hypothermia, symptomatic hypotension, fear of gaining weight
Medications are first choice for somebody with severe/panic anxiety disorder? True or False
False
This type of therapy assists patients with emotional regulation and behavior
DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
Rationalization
Name three risk factors for PTSD
Traumatic event, higher personal threat, happens in familiar place, previous MH diagnosis, poor coping skills, lack of treatment immediately following event, repeat exposure, duration of trauma, no societal support
A patient experiencing Anorexia Nervosa might do what with their food?
Move it around on plate, indirectly refuse to eat, or cut their food into small pieces
Four of the following must be present to be diagnosed as a panic attack
palpitations, sweating, trembling, SOB, CP, nausea/GI distress, dizziness, chills, fear of dying, paresthesia, feeling unreal, feeling of losing control
"Some people call me clingy"
Dependent Personality Disorder
Mary developed laryngitis on the day she was scheduled to teach her first day of class.
Somatization
What are the intervention stages of preschooler PTSD?
1. Provide safety & stabilization
2. Reduce arousal and regulate emotion
3. Catch up on developmental and social skills; develop a value system
A patient that states "If I gain weight my weekend will be ruined", is displaying what cognitive distortion?
Catastrophizing
HTN, anorexia, dry mouth, sleepiness, n/v, reproductive issues, insomnia, SIADH
Patient feels uncomfortable when they are not ALWAYS the center of attention
Histrionic Personality Disorder
Mary hated children, but she became a teacher anyways.
Reaction Formation
What are the 4 cardinal symptoms of PTSD?
Change in mood/cognition, persistent symptoms of hyper-awareness, avoiding reminders of the trauma, and re-experiencing traumas through flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts
3 Main goals of all eating disorders?
(1) Aim to restore nutritional balance - focus is not food.
(2) Help client regain control over their life
(3) Promote self-esteem and positive self-image not related to appearance.
What medication can be given for social anxiety?
buspirone
Communication Techniques for All Personality Disorders
Firm and direct, offer 3 choices, consistency and limit setting, remain professional, watch out for staff splitting
Repression