Mood
Disorder
Disorder
Euphoria, Irritability & increased activity level are symptoms of
Mania
What are 4 symptoms a client would exhibit in order to be diagnosed as having a manic episode?
1. distractability
2. sleep disturbance
3. racing thoughts
4 grandiose behavior
The person in Apartment 3A keeps to herself. She has lived there for 15 years. She goes to work everyday in a non-social environment. This is an example of what type of personality disorder?
Schizoid Personality Disorder
Reduced alertness & awareness, as well as disorganized thinking is called
Delirium
What phase is the schizophrenic patient in when they are delusional
Active
Major depression is classified as a
Mood Disorder
Pre-med student constantly talks about hw much he will save lives and contribute to society. Talks about all his accomplishments. This is an example of what personality disorder
Narcissistic
A patient with borderline personality disorder tells you another staff member has been giving her extra coffee each morning. This is an example of
Splitting
Progressive deterioration of intellectual, social, and occupational functioning, decline in behavior, depressed, and compulsive behavior are symptoms
Alzheimer's Disease
Lack of emotional responses
social withdrawal
poverty of speech
are what type of symptoms
negative symptoms of schizophrenia
Decreased need for sleep, inflated self-esteem, racing thoughts are behaviors of
Bipolar disorder
Three characteristics of antisocial personality disorder
1. enjoy bullying others
2. no remorse or regret
3. unconcerned about the consequences of their actions
A client with borderline personality disorder has several scars on her arms and legs. The next day you observe new bandages on her their arms. This a sign the client is utilizing ________ and most likely has increased __________ due to the new environment
Defense mechanisms and anxiety
You are leading a reality orientation group for nursing home residents with dementia. The most important item you should focus on is
let the residents verbalize the thoughts and feelings
What are the three phases of schizophrenia
Prodromal
Active
Residual
Signs & symptoms of weight loss, insomnia, and fatigue are physiological indications associated with
Mood
Three psychosocial issues involved with obesity are
1. depression
2. isolation
3. anxiety
Personality Disorders are characterized by:
Fixed maladaptive patterns of behavior
True or false - one difference between dementia and delirium is that dementia can be reversed.
False
Your client with schizophrenia says "I've been around when dinasours roamed the earth", This is an example of
A delusion
Interventions with a bipolar client in a manic phase should include
set firm limits
schedule activities for cycle they are in
correct when using poor judgement
Recurrent binge eating followed by self-induced vomiting, vigorous exercise, or use of laxatives is the definition of
Bulimia Nervosa
Three statements about treating clients with personality disorders
1. they blame others for their problems
2. point out problems with OTP
3. have persistent annoying behavior
Three treatment interventions OT should focus on with neurocognitive disorders
1. Fall prevention/balance training
2. Environmental modifications
3. Self-esteem & coping strategies
What activity characteristics would be most appropriate for most psychotic patients
Rigid and structured