Mental Health
What is chronic depression?
A long lasting, severe depression leading to lack of motivation to do things.
What causes diabetes?
An inability of the body to produce insulin to deal with metabolizing sugars.
What is a stroke?
A loss of blood to the brain that results in brain damage.
What are some signs of heart attack?
chest pain, sweating, arm pain.
What is dementia?
Loss of memory, problem solving, thinking, and other abilities.
What is chronic anxiety?
Nervousness and worry that persists and is debilitating.
What is good nutrition for diabetes?
A diet rich in healthful foods and low in carbs.
How can communication be affected by a stroke?
A person who had a stroke may have difficulty talking and remembering words.
What is heart disease?
Weakness of the heart accompanied by other symptoms.
What is Alzheimer's Disease?
A disease of old age that leads to dementia.
How can you help a client who is depressed or anxious?
Be empathetic, listen, document, report, get them help as needed.
What are some treatments for diabetes?
Healthy eating, exercise, medication.
How is movement affected by a stroke?
A person may lose abilities to walk well or use their arms, depending on the side of the stroke.
What is a symptom of heart disease?
Difficulty breathing, moving, swelling of extremities.
How can you help the patient with dementia?
Speak slowly and clearly, use gestures and visuals, be patient, don't sneak up and surprise or be loud, be pleasant and smile, remind of your name.
What is a phobia?
A specific fear of something such as spiders, snakes, crowds, or public speaking.
Type II, which often occurs with age.
How can you help a client who had a stroke?
With movement, eating, and other activities of daily living.
What is a compression stocking?
A special stocking or sock to reduce swelling.
What are some warning signs of dementia?
Forgetfulness, losing things, agitation.
What is schizophrenia?
A serious mental illness that can cause paranoia, hallucinations, and that requires medication.
What are some of the consequences of uncontrolled diabetes?
A person with uncontrolled diabetes can experience kidney disease, lose vision, or even lose a limb. It is a very serious disease if uncontrolled.
What are some signs that someone is having a stroke?
trouble talking, numbness on one side, trouble walking, dizziness.
What is edema?
Swelling of limb.
What are some mental health issues that might accompany dementia?
Agitation, anxiety, depression, anger, mood changes.