Stress & Anxiety
What is the body’s immediate response to stress?
Fight-or-flight response
What disorder occurs after trauma lasting more than 1 month?
PTSD
How are personality disorders grouped?
Clusters A, B, and C
Which disorder involves restriction and fear of weight gain?
Anorexia Nervosa
A patient says, “I can’t control my worrying.” Nursing diagnosis?
Anxiety
Name one physiological symptom of acute stress
Increased HR, BP, or RR
Name one hallmark symptom of PTSD
Flashbacks, nightmares, or hypervigilance
Which cluster is dramatic and emotional?
Cluster B
Which disorder includes bingeing and purging?
Bulimia Nervosa
A client checks locks repeatedly. What priority intervention?
Assess for OCD and reduce anxiety triggers
What type of stress leads to hypertension and chronic disease?
Prolonged stress
Avoiding reminders of trauma is what symptom category?
Avoidance
What behavior involves idealizing then devaluing others?
Splitting
Which disorder includes binge eating without purging?
Binge Eating Disorder
A patient refuses food and has BMI <15. Priority concern?
Severe Malnutrition
What is the priority nursing intervention for severe anxiety?
Stay with patient and reduce stimuli
What is the priority nursing intervention for PTSD?
Establish safety and trust
What is the most important nursing intervention?
Set clear, consistent boundaries
What is a priority complication of eating disorders?
Electrolyte imbalance (can cause arrhythmias)
Client idealizes then devalues staff. What behavior?
Splitting
Give one maladaptive coping strategy
Substance use, avoidance, overeating
Name one therapy used for PTSD
CBT, EMDR, exposure therapy
What is a key feature of Cluster C disorders?
Anxiety and fear
What is a key nursing intervention after meals?
Monitor for purging behaviors
What is the most effective long-term treatment for anxiety disorders?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)