Psych Exam 1 Flashcards
Mental illness
loss of ability to respond to environment in accordance with oneself and society.
signs of mental illness
depressive episodes, aggressive, delusions, hallucinations, inability to function at work, dependent, lack of self-confidence, unstable relationships, substance abuse
signs of mental health
happiness, effective coping mechanisms, socially acceptable, contribute to society/family, effective at work, rational, stable relationships, healthy self-esteem, control over behavior, adaptable
What causes mental illness?
diathesis-stress model
mixture of genetic vulnerability and environmental stressors
difference between DSM V and nursing diagnosis
DSM V classifies mental health disorders and list criteria which needs to be met do be diagnosed with it.
Nursing diagnoses are use to develop a care plan of what the patient needs to get better
patient rights
right to treatment: humane, individualized, quality staff
right to refuse treatment
right to informed consent
When can a patient be withheld involuntarily?
danger to self or others, cannot meet own basic needs, in need of tx
generally court ordered: judicial, administration, or agency determination
stages of stress
alarm
resistance
exhaustion
eustress
“good” stress; helps us reach goals, take tests, critical thinking
distress
prolonged, chronic effects of stress negative to bodies physiological and emotional harm lowers immune system exacerbates depression and anxiety
illnesses directly tied to stress
depression cancer PTSD heart disease eczema colds/flu
short-term effects of stress
increased HR, RR
increased triglycerides
increased blood to skeletal muscles
increased muscle tension
long-term effects of stress
decreased immune system increased resting HR heart disease high cholesterol high BP chronic muscle tension obesity digestive issues
GAS: Alarm
fight or flight reaction
SNS stimulation, increased HR, BP
GAS: Resistance
body returns to normal
stimulation of PNS, decreased HR, RR, BP
GAS: Exhaustion
chronic stress
resources become exhausted
immune system compromised
anxiety
fear without a feared object
normal anxiety
healthy, natural, motivating
doesn’t interfere with job/social life