Phobia in itself
A persistent irrational fear of a specific object activity or situation that leads to avoidance, anxiety, and fear.
What is a phobia?
The source of this phobia
What is a hospital?
Death of a family member, medical error, Covid-19
What are Traumatic Experiences?
Hyperventilation, muscle tension, sleep disturbances, dry mouth, rapid heart rate, nausea and vomiting, shaking and shivering, sweating
What are S&S?
Education on stress-reducing techniques, therapeutic communication, low-stimulus environment, anxiety meds
What are nursing interventions?
Feeling of apprehension, uneasiness, uncertainty, or dread resulting from a real or perceived threat.
What is anxiety?
Someone with this phobia may display anxiety around health care workers.
What is nosocomephobia?
Negative associations with hospitals
what is illness, pain, and death?
Walking into or thinking about the hospital
What causes the signs and symptoms?
Taking up new hobbies, spending time with loved ones, and expressing anxieties
What are stress-reducing techniques?