Mental Health Flashcards
Somatic symptoms of depression
headache, bachache, back problems, chronic pain. May also have changes in cognition and unable to perform every day activities
Dysthymic disorder
chronic form of MDD. Seen more commonly in the older adult and is associated with symptoms of MDD but lasts for more than 2 years. Related to those who are socioeconomically and educationally disadvantaged
MDD
five or more of the following presented most of the day or nearly every day for a minimum of 2 consecutive weeks: depressed mood, loss of interest in pleasure of doing things, insomnia or hypersomnia, changes in appetite or weight, psychomotor retardation, low energy, poor concentration
s/s Dysthmia
two years with depressed mood - need two or more: decrease appetite, insomnia or hypersomnia, low energy, poor self esteem, poor concentration, hopelessness
clinical red flags of depression
insomnia, fatigue, chronic pain, recent life changes and stressors, fair or poor health, unexplained physical symptoms
patho of depression
neurotransmitter availability, drug classes work to increase the amount of brain serotonin, norepinephrine or dopamine. cortisol the stress hormone will increase in people with depression
treatment recc depression age 18-29
avoid SSRIs d/t suicidal risk
> 65 treatment depression
avoid SSRIs d/t suicide risk
stress v anxiety
stress - caused by a stressor. anxiety - exists after stressor is gone
anxiety disorder
anxiety is excessive or occurs in absence of a stressor or interferes with persons functioning
type of anxiety disorders
panic disorders, specific phobias, social phobias, social anxiety disorder, OCD, PTSD, GAD
panic attack
recurrent, unexpected panic attacks followed by a 1 month persistent concern about having another. symptoms can resemble an acute cardiac event with sweating, palpitations, SOB, choking sensation, chest pain, nausea and lightheadedness
specific phobia
persistent irrational fear of a particular object, place or situation referred to as a phobic stimulus. will seek treatment when the fear interferes with daily routine, occupation and social functioning. tx w exposure therapy
social anxiety disorder
refers the the fear of social performance situations like public speaking, fear of being judged or humiliated, different than being shy, they are self reinforcing as the embarrassment leads to poor performance
OCD
obsessions like repetitive intrusive thoughts, compulsions like ritualistic behaviors. thoughts lead to anxiety that is relieved by ritualistic behavior. will avoid situations assoc w the obsession. helpless in interrupting the cycle.
PTSD
follows a traumatic event, does not have to be personally witnessed or experienced to have a traumatic event, may have anxiety related to an event made known by someone else, s/s depression, anxiety, sleep disturbances, sexual dysfunction, psychosis. intense re-experiencing through traumatic memories is most common w flashbacks
acute stress disorder
if s/s appear a month after the test. if unresolved it can progress to PTSD
GAD
uncontrolled anxiety over a period of 6 months. s/s restlessness, fatigue, trouble concentrating, irritable, difficulty sleeping, muscle tension. may have unexplained physical symptoms. linked to heart disease, GI and pain disorders
patho GAD
combo of neurobiotic, genetic and environmental factors. underactive serotonergic system, overactive noradrenergic system, dysregulation of cortisol, and inhibitory neurotransmitters. early childhood trauma is a significant environmental factor in developing anxiety
anxiety assessment
cbc, chemistry, thyroid, ua, urine drug screen, possibly EEG, LP, HIV testing, somatic s/s like headache or sleep disturbance may relate to anxiety, ask about abuse, review current meds including alcohol or drugs, may be r/t caffeine, abusive drugs, OTC meds. ask about suicide. depression with 50% of those w anxiety
cardiovascular s/s that can lead to anxiety
PE, MI, CHF, dysrhythmia
Endocrine leading to anxiety
hyper/hypothyroid, hypoglycemia, pheochromocytoma, hyperadrenocorticism
metabolic disorder leading to anxiety
b12 deficiency, porphyria
respiratory disorders leading to anxiety
hyperventilation, copd, pneumonia
neuro disorders leading to anxiety
encephalitis, vestibular disturbances, neoplasm
SSRI for anxiety
celexa, lexapro, prozac, luvox, paxil, zoloft
lifetime prevalence of alcohol use disorder
18.6%
substance use disorder percentage of population
10.9%
percentage of population who smokes cigarettes
20%
percentage of lifetime nonmedical use of narcotics
14%
number of deaths from substance abuse each year
1 in 4
problematic pattern of substance abuse
2 of the following in the last 12 months: taking the substance longer or more amount than intended, desire or unsuccessful effort to cut down, great deal of time spent on activities to obtain or use, craving, and recurrent use resulting in failure to fulfill role requirements at work, school or home, use despite these problems, giving up social or work activities because of use, using even though hazardous,
severity based on number of those symptoms of substance abuse
mild: 2-3
moderate: 4-5
severe: 6 or more
risk factors for relapse
co-occurring psychiatric problems, sustained sleep difficulties, poor social support for recovery, low motivation for recovery, high levels of personal stress or high stress reactivity, history of multiple prior treatments with a relapse
clinical factors suggesting need for more intensive treatment
continued use of alcohol or drugs early in treatment, ongoing self reported substance craving, people close to the pt who support substance abuse, low motivation to stop after several weeks, spending time in places with people who increase the risk like being in a bar and not drinking
moral model
attribute addiction to personal weakness, a lack of character or willpower. substance use is personal choice, any negative consequences are the individuals fault. social scorn, isolation and punishment are imposed
behavioral model
addiction is a habit that is overlearned through observation, interactions, treatment is behavioral approoaches like cognitive, behavioral and relapse prevention
twelve step model
alcohol and drug addiction is an illness of the mind and body with devastating consequences. AA says alcoholism is a spiritual malady. AA was predicted on the idea of one alcoholic helping another, has sought to induce psychic change in those afflicted with alcoholism through a spiritual program of action as set forth in the 12 steps. Spirituality not religion
Disease model
medical model for substance use disorders views addiction as a disease. disease of the brain with genetic, developmental, biological and environmental influences that undermine voluntary control
bio-psycho-social-spiritual-model
combines several models including behavioral, disease and 12 step. the most adaptive approach for nurses to use.
chronic care model
conceptual foundation for addiction. includes continuing contact over time between patient and provider, interventions to promote pt self mgmt, links to pt oriented community resources and use of patient data to monitor progress and guide intervention
continuing care model
recognition that addiction is often chronic or relapsing has led to gradual evolution of clinical management to continuing care. treatment with an understanding that the disease will wax or wane over time. flexible. draws on a full range of treatment in different settings. good for moderate or severe substance abuse.
components of continuing care model
customization, flexibility, teaching self mgmt, link to other support, measuring pt over time
SBIRT
screening, brief intervention, referral to treatment. screening: briefly assess the extent of alcohol or substance abuse. brief intervention a 5-15 min discussion about avoiding reducing or discontinuing substances, refer to addictions treatment.
cognitive behavioral therapy
good for those w substance abuse. relapse prevention will identify cognitive, behavioral and environmental risk factors for relapse - goal is to select and rehearse coping responses for these risk factors