NUR 144 MH - WEEK 6 - Acute Stress Disorder and PTSD Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
Acute Stress Disorder:
A
Intrusive manifestations & negative alteration in cognition/mood
Time:
Acute Stress - 3 days to 1 month, post-trauma
2
Q
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder:
A
Intrusive manifestations & negative alteration in cognition/mood
Time:
PTSD - longer than 1 month
3
Q
Acute Stress Disorder and PTSD:
Clinical Manifestations
A
- Negative alteration in cognition/mood
- Depersonalization
- Avoidance manifestations
- Arousal manifestations
- Derealization
4
Q
What distinguishes Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) and PTSD?
A
Timeline
- ASD = 3 days to 1 month
- PTSD = >1 month, can be indefinite
5
Q
ASD and PTSD:
Nursing Intervention
A
- Be nonjudgmental, tactfully honest
- Offer empathy and support
- Encourage coping strategies
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