Exam 1 Flashcards
A cognitive disorder in which the patient’s reality is skewed or has an abnormal interpretation of reality
Paranoid Schizophrenia
What are the initial onset of symptoms for schizophrenia?
Lack of motivation, inability to pay attention, social isolation
What is the age range for paranoid schizophrenia?
18-30
What are the common signs and symptoms of schizophrenia?
Hallucination/delusions -seeing hearing or tasting things that others do not Socializing less often with friends Trouble sleeping Irritability Suspicious of others intentions Difficulty thinking clearly Decline in self-care
4 Medical interventions for schizophrenia
Physical exam-rule out
Tests and screenings- screen for drugs, order imaging
Psychiatric eval- discussion with family?
Diagnostic criteria
Treatment for schizophrenia
Medications**
-antipsychotic meds (1st gen more side effects) Chloropromazine, haloperidol
-2nd gen less effects abilify, saphris, rexulti
Psychosocial therapy
Side effects will decrease compliance
PT interventions
Subjective- government implantation Men>women 18-35 Suicide 4.9-22.3% Mild childhood head injuries Psychological stress Chronic LBP Anosognosia - adherence an issue (diff. Self awareness)
When do negative symptoms of schizophrenia occur?
Prodromal or onset
Active=positive
What % of schizophrenia patients have diabetes?
6%
Aerobic exercise can have what 3 impacts on schizophrenia?
Reduces psychiatric symptoms
Potentially improves mental and physical QOL
Reduces metabolic risk and wt gain
Adjusting needs of schizophrenic patient
+/- symptoms
Barriers: anxiety, loneliness,pain, feeling of judgement, depression, misunderstanding of exercise
Visual actualization
Do not crowd/overwhelm them, explain!
A condition in which a pt develops blindness, paralysis, or other neurological symptoms that can’t be explained
Conversion disorder “hysteria” “functional neurological symptom disorder
S&S of conversion disorder
Vision issues Loss of smell or speech Muscle weak or paralysis Numbness or abnormal sensation Hearing problems or deafness LOB LOC or seizures Unresponsiveness Uncontrolled Movements Difficulty swallowing
Diagnosis of Conversion disorder
Symptoms affect your movement or senses
Can be related to a stressful event
You’re not faking
Can’t be explained by another condition of medication
Symptoms can cause stress in social or work settings
medical interventions for conversion disorder
Hypnosis-little success
Psychotherapy-emotional basis of symptoms.
Speech therapy
Medication-haloperidol, tricyclics antidepressants, electroconvulsive therapy
PT/OT
Stress reduction and distraction technique
Treating underlying conditions
Education and reassurance they don’t have a serious med cond.
Interventions for conversion disorder
Psychiatric assistance- one disorder found in 89.5% of patients during follow-up
Prevent reinforcement of sickness
Treatment progression-rapport, WB, gait
Improve endurance, balance, posture, flexibility, strength
PT watch in conversion
Reintegration into society
- develop rapport
- pregnant activities
- community reintegration
- general mobility
- supported gait activities
This theory states that consequences govern human behavior
Skinerian learning theory
If positive behavior enforced will continue
quality not quantity
Criteria for dx in conversion disorder
- 1 or more symptoms are present that either affect voluntary motor or sensory fxn LOC
- Found not to be medical cond. or affects of substance or culture behavior/ experience
- 1 or more diagnostic features are present that provide internal inconsistency or incongruity with recognized neuro disorder
- Symptom causes clinically significant distress of impairment in social, occupational, or other important area (med eval)
This disorder is characterized by the presence of 2 or more distinct personality states
Dissociative identity disorder
What % of the pop. Has DID?
1-3% US
6% make it obvious on ongoing basis
Cause of DID?
Childhood trauma -form of coping
S&S of DID
Memory loss of certain periods or info
Sense of being detached from self/emotions
Depression
Anxiety
Suicidal thoughts
Blurred sense of identity
Inabilityto cope with emotional stress
Perception of ppl around you is distorted
Significant stress in relationships and work
Medical interventions for DID
Hypnosis
New way to cope with stress
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Help identities become aware of one another and resolve conflicts
Meds may be antidepressants, anti-anxiety, antipsychotics
What should a PT watch for in DID?
Amnesia
Answering questions while interacting with multiple personalities
Presence of other mental health issues
Differing biological responses
Interventions for DID
Treat comorbidities with exercise
Treat patient as WHOLE identity (don’t treat personalities separately)
Do not neglect knowledge meant of other personalities
Avoid triggers of past traumatic events
What % of the population is diagnosed with ADHD?
8.4% kids 2.5% adults
Males>females
S&S ADHD
Behavioral: aggression, excitability, fidgeting, lack of restraint, hyperactivity, impulsivity, persistent rep of words, talk excessively
Cognitive: absent-minded, diff. Focus, forgetful, problem pay attention, short attention span
Mood: anger, anxiety, boredom, excitement, mood swings
depression and learning disability is common
Treatment for ADHD
Preschool- behavioral therapy, methylphenidate if behavior does not improve
Elementary- meds and behavior therapy-stimulants (atomoxetine, extended release guanfacine, extended release clonidine)
Comorbidities with ADHD
Stroke
Cardiovascular disease
Diabetes
Symptoms causing problems during treatment of ADHD
Forgetfulness
Difficulty focusing
Mood disorders: anxiety, aggression, mood swing
Aerobically fit-less succumbed to helplessness
Treatment for kids and adults
Kids -help creat and learn a schedule Encourage movement and exercise Help organize everyday items Improve movement performance Adults -relaxation technique Stress management Enhance self-esteem Change negative thought patterns
This disorder presents with inflated sense of importance, deep need for excessive attention, admiration, praise, lack of empathy, troubled relationships
Narcissistic personality disorder
What cluster is narcissistic personality disorder and when does it begin?
B early adulthood
Other complications with narcissism?
Difficulty with relationships, workplace and school problems
Depression and anxiety, physical health problems, drug abuse, suicidal thoughts
Medical interventions for narcissism
Psychotherapy Medications Cognitive behavioral therapy Psychodynamic therapy Family therapy
PT watch for in narcissism?
Difficulty extracting desired info during eval and treat
Disturbances in gym
One-on-one
Aggravated if therapy not what they wanted
Intolerance to criticism
Interventions PT for narcissism
Educate pt on how to manage symptoms
Motivational interviewing
Exercise to improve mood
Worksheet for triggers