Personality D/O
Cluster B personality d/o is known as
Hint: Cluster A is known as Odd/Eccentric
Dramatic, Unpredictable
Antidote for opioids
Narcan
True or False: Abusers think of themselves as important and have high self esteem.
False
T/F: When symptoms last longer than a month after a traumatic event, this diagnosis is made.
PTSD
Medications used and withdrawal scale for Opioids
Methadone, Suboxone, Subutex, antiemetics, antipyretics, anti-diarrheal. COWS.
Obsessive Compulsive Personality D/O vs OCD
OCPD- preoccupied with orderliness, obsessed with perfectionism, believes their way is the right way, must follow rules. OCD- Intrusive, unwanted thoughts, distressing and anxiety causing if unable to complete a compulsion.
Signs of Cocaine intoxication
Dilated pupils, rapid speech, irritability, increased energy and confidence, grinding of teeth, and potentially paranoia.
True or False: Power and control are the central dynamic to domestic violence.
True
A sudden and disturbing vivid memory of an event in the past, typically as the result of a psychological trauma.
Flashbacks
Public attitudes and stigmas can be barriers to
receiving treatment
Cluster B interventions during behavioral episodes (attempting to dominate group or split staff)
Being firm, consistent, and empathetic. Address behaviors but remain professional and kind. Maintain boundaries. Address behaviors right when they occur.
What is drug cross-tolerance
When a person is used to taking a drug class and builds up a tolerance, it makes it difficult for them to respond therapeutically to another drug class.
True or False: Frequently, victims feel paralyzed and like they are unable to leave the relationship.
True
A child who starts to show the same PTSD symptoms that the child's parent experiences is called:
Secondary or Vicarious Trauma
Level of prevention: Teaching a pt. with a severe mental illness how to reintegrate into society: manage medications, make appointments, pay bills, fill out a resume, etc.
Tertiary
Cluster C interventions
Encourage socializing, independence, and to attend groups. Slowly limit time spent alone. Encourage confidence. Recognize strengths.
Severe withdrawal symptoms from ___ look like this: CNS stimulation (seizures), DT's, hypertension, hyperthermia, increased pulse.
Alcohol
What is the most important action when assessing a client who was sexually assaulted?
Gather all information, document statements exactly as described.
PTSD S&S occur weeks, months, or even years after trauma is called.
Delayed Trauma Response
Due to frequent moving and exposure to numerous people, this population is at a high risk of contracting communicable diseases (TB, HIV, Hepatitis).
Homeless population.
Treatment for Cluster B personality D/O
DBT, CBT, medications for symptoms
An overdose of opioids could cause
Decrease in oxygen, respirations (shallow), muscle tone, pulse (faint). Skin is pale, cool, and clammy.
True or False: Domestic violence victims should be encouraged to leave the relationship and press charges.
False.
Used to treat nightmares in those with PTSD
Prazosin/Minipress
Most clients who are admitted to psych hospitals are in what type of stage?
Crisis stage