Basics
What is a crisis?
When coping skills fail
Crisis from life transition and give an example
Maturational
*Starting school
*Marriage
*Becoming a parent
*Retirement
Initial stress is _____
Phase 1
Emotional symptom
Anxiety, fear, anger, guilt, helplessness
What is the nurse's top priority?
Safety
Are crises short or long term?
Short term
Situational
*Death of a loved one
*Serious illness
*Divorce
*Job loss
*Financial problems
Increased anxiety is _____
Phase 2
Cognitive symptom
Confusion, difficulty concentrating, poor decision making, disorganized thinking
What is the main goal of intervention?
What is the main feeling during a crisis?
Loss of control
Crisis from disaster and give an example
Adventitious
*Natural disasters
*Violence
*War
*Terrorist attacks
*Serious accidents
Escalation is _____
Phase 3
Behavioral symptom
Withdrawal, aggression, risky behavior, substance use
What role does a nurse play and responsibilities during crisis situations?
Supporting patients
*assessment
*emotional support
*safety monitoring
*crisis intervention
What happens to coping ability?
It becomes ineffective
Which crisis consists of normal events but can lead to stress is coping resources are limited?
Maturational
Crisis is _____
Phase 4
Physical symptoms
Sleep problems, fatigue, HA, GI issues, increased HR
What is an important assessment factor?
Patient's support system
What results if crisis remains unresolved?
Severe emotional distress
Which crisis can affect someone's daily life and stability?
Situational
During which phase is functioning lost?
Phase 4
Severe emotional state
Hopelessness
What is the resolution timeframe?
4-6 weeks