Question 1
Multiple Choice
The nurse is assessing a client with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Which of the following would the nurse categorize as reflecting intrusion? Select all that apply.
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The correct answer is: C,E
Rationale
C: Flashbacks and E: Dissociation are indicative of intrusion in PTSD, as they involve reliving traumatic events or experiencing disconnection from reality, which are hallmark symptoms of this disorder reflecting distressing memories.
A: Irritability indicates emotional dysregulation but does not represent intrusion of traumatic memories. It is more related to mood changes rather than direct re-experiencing of trauma.
B: Difficulty sleeping relates to overall distress and anxiety levels rather than specific intrusive memories. It encompasses broader sleep disturbances rather than the re-experiencing aspect of PTSD.
D: Short-term memory deficits may arise from various factors such as stress or anxiety, but they do not specifically point to the intrusive symptoms characteristic of PTSD.
Correct Answer: C,E
Rationale: C: Flashbacks and E: Dissociation are indicative of intrusion in PTSD, as they involve reliving traumatic events or experiencing disconnection from reality, which are hallmark symptoms of this disorder reflecting distressing memories.
A: Irritability indicates emotional dysregulation but does not represent intrusion of traumatic memories. It is more related to mood changes rather than direct re-experiencing of trauma.
B: Difficulty sleeping relates to overall distress and anxiety levels rather than specific intrusive memories. It encompasses broader sleep disturbances rather than the re-experiencing aspect of PTSD.
D: Short-term memory deficits may arise from various factors such as stress or anxiety, but they do not specifically point to the intrusive symptoms characteristic of PTSD.
Question 2
Multiple Choice
A group of students is reviewing information about social phobia in preparation for an oral class presentation on this topic. Which of the following would the students expect to include when describing a person with this condition? Select all that apply.
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The correct answer is: A,D,E
Rationale
Fear that others will judge them negatively, demonstrate a distorted view of their own strengths, and exaggerate personal flaws are key characteristics of a person with social phobia.
A: Fear that others will judge them negatively. This option accurately reflects a core aspect of social phobia, where individuals are preoccupied with the perception and evaluation of others.
B: Openly speak up in crowds to reduce fear. This behavior contradicts social phobia symptoms, as affected individuals typically avoid speaking in social settings due to their anxiety.
C: Are insensitive to other's criticism. Insensitivity contradicts the nature of social phobia, where individuals are often highly sensitive to criticism and judgment, amplifying their anxiety.
D: Demonstrate a distorted view of their own strengths. This perspective reflects the cognitive distortions common in social phobia, where individuals often underestimate their abilities and overemphasize their weaknesses.
E: Exaggerate personal flaws. Individuals with social phobia tend to magnify perceived flaws, which compounds their fear of negative evaluation in social situations.
Correct Answer: A,D,E
Rationale: Fear that others will judge them negatively, demonstrate a distorted view of their own strengths, and exaggerate personal flaws are key characteristics of a person with social phobia.
A: Fear that others will judge them negatively. This option accurately reflects a core aspect of social phobia, where individuals are preoccupied with the perception and evaluation of others.
B: Openly speak up in crowds to reduce fear. This behavior contradicts social phobia symptoms, as affected individuals typically avoid speaking in social settings due to their anxiety.
C: Are insensitive to other's criticism. Insensitivity contradicts the nature of social phobia, where individuals are often highly sensitive to criticism and judgment, amplifying their anxiety.
D: Demonstrate a distorted view of their own strengths. This perspective reflects the cognitive distortions common in social phobia, where individuals often underestimate their abilities and overemphasize their weaknesses.
E: Exaggerate personal flaws. Individuals with social phobia tend to magnify perceived flaws, which compounds their fear of negative evaluation in social situations.
Question 3
Regular
Which assessment finding exhibited by a patient being assessed for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) would be considered a defining behavior and support such a diagnosis?
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The correct answer is: C
Rationale
Describes vivid 'flashbacks' of being attacked. This assessment finding is a hallmark symptom of posttraumatic stress disorder, indicating re-experiencing the traumatic event, which is critical for diagnosis and treatment planning.
A: Can describe the attack in great detail. While detail may indicate memory retention, it does not necessarily reflect the re-experiencing or emotional distress characteristic of PTSD.
B: Experiences dramatic swings in affect. Emotional variability may suggest other mood disorders but does not specifically identify the re-experiencing symptoms central to PTSD diagnosis.
D: Is preoccupied with the need to 'tell someone about the attack'. This may reflect a desire for support or validation; however, it lacks the distinct re-experiencing element essential for PTSD identification.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Describes vivid 'flashbacks' of being attacked. This assessment finding is a hallmark symptom of posttraumatic stress disorder, indicating re-experiencing the traumatic event, which is critical for diagnosis and treatment planning.
A: Can describe the attack in great detail. While detail may indicate memory retention, it does not necessarily reflect the re-experiencing or emotional distress characteristic of PTSD.
B: Experiences dramatic swings in affect. Emotional variability may suggest other mood disorders but does not specifically identify the re-experiencing symptoms central to PTSD diagnosis.
D: Is preoccupied with the need to 'tell someone about the attack'. This may reflect a desire for support or validation; however, it lacks the distinct re-experiencing element essential for PTSD identification.
Question 4
Regular
The nurse working with patients diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is aware of the need to intervene early in order to de-escalate a patient's increasing anxiety level. Which patient behavior is likely an early indication of escalating anxiety?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
B: Pacing around the unit indicates an early sign of escalating anxiety as it reflects restlessness and an inability to remain still, often linked to heightened emotional distress in PTSD patients.
A: Talking rapidly suggests excitement or agitation but may not necessarily indicate anxiety escalation. It can occur in various contexts and doesn’t always correlate with heightened distress in PTSD.
C: Staring out the window typically represents disengagement or introspection rather than an immediate escalation of anxiety. This behavior may reflect avoidance but is less indicative of rising anxiety levels.
D: Refusing to go to therapy signifies resistance or ambivalence rather than an immediate anxiety escalation. While it may indicate deeper issues, it doesn’t represent early anxiety symptoms directly.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: B: Pacing around the unit indicates an early sign of escalating anxiety as it reflects restlessness and an inability to remain still, often linked to heightened emotional distress in PTSD patients.
A: Talking rapidly suggests excitement or agitation but may not necessarily indicate anxiety escalation. It can occur in various contexts and doesn’t always correlate with heightened distress in PTSD.
C: Staring out the window typically represents disengagement or introspection rather than an immediate escalation of anxiety. This behavior may reflect avoidance but is less indicative of rising anxiety levels.
D: Refusing to go to therapy signifies resistance or ambivalence rather than an immediate anxiety escalation. While it may indicate deeper issues, it doesn’t represent early anxiety symptoms directly.
Question 5
Regular
The head nurse in the ED has received word that a major fire in a high-rise office tower will result in many injured persons being brought to the hospital within the next few minutes. The head nurse tells the staff, 'You will need to assess for acute stress reactions as well as treating physical problems.' Which patient is exhibiting symptoms characteristic of acute stress reaction?
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The correct answer is: B
Rationale
A: A male whose moods swing between mania and depression. This describes a potential mood disorder rather than an acute stress reaction, which typically involves immediate responses to trauma rather than prolonged mood instability.
C: A male who keeps repeating 'I don’t understand what’s going on?' This reflects confusion and disorientation, which may occur after trauma but does not specifically indicate an acute stress reaction.
D: A female who is rocking her young son and repeating 'it will be okay.' This behavior suggests a coping mechanism and reassurance for both herself and her child, rather than the acute stress symptoms typically observed.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: A: A male whose moods swing between mania and depression. This describes a potential mood disorder rather than an acute stress reaction, which typically involves immediate responses to trauma rather than prolonged mood instability.
C: A male who keeps repeating 'I don’t understand what’s going on?' This reflects confusion and disorientation, which may occur after trauma but does not specifically indicate an acute stress reaction.
D: A female who is rocking her young son and repeating 'it will be okay.' This behavior suggests a coping mechanism and reassurance for both herself and her child, rather than the acute stress symptoms typically observed.
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