Psychiatric/Mental Health (Exam Two) Flashcards
What is recovery?
A process of moving toward improvement in health and quality of life
T/F: Recovery is an ongoing process rather than a set of interventions with a distinct endpoint.
True
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), recovery from mental health disorders and substance use disorders is a process of change through which individuals do what? (SATA)
A. Improve their health and wellness B. Continue to deteriorate C. Live a self-directed life D. Strive to reach their full potential E. Solely focus on treatment of their symptoms
A, C, D
Life in recovery is supported by what four dimensions?
- Health
- Home
- Purpose
- Community
Overcoming or managing one’s disease as well as living in a physically and emotionally healthy way describes which of the four dimensions listed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)?
Health
A stable and safe place to live describes which of the four dimensions listed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)?
Home
Meaningful daily activities, such as a job, school, volunteerism, family caretaking, or creative endeavors, and the independence, income and resources to participate in society describes which of the four dimensions listed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)?
Purpose
Relationships and social networks that provide support, friendship, love and hope describes which of the four dimensions listed by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)?
Community
List the guiding principles of recovery.
- Emerges from hope
- Person-driven
- Occurs via many pathways
- Holistic
- Supported by peers and allies
- Supported through relationships and personal networks
- Culturally based and influenced
- Based on respect
What is the primary focus of all recovery models?
Empowerment of the patient to make their own choices about their care
The Tidal Recovery Model is based upon how many commitments and competencies?
Ten
List the six steps of the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) process in order.
Step 1: Developing a wellness toolbox Step 2: Daily maintenance list Step 3: Triggers Step 4: Early warning signs Step 5: Things are breaking down/getting worse Step 6: Crisis planning
Which step of the Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) model identifies symptoms indicating that individuals can no longer care for themselves and caregivers become the administrator of the plan?
Step 6: Crisis planning
What are the five stages of the Psychological Recovery Model?
Stage 1: Moratorium Stage 2: Awareness Stage 3: Preparation Stage 4: Rebuilding Stage 5: Growth
Which stage of the Psychological Recovery Model is identified by dark despair and confusion, and seems as if life is on hold?
Stage 1: Moratorium
In which stage of the Psychological Recovery Model does the individual realize that a possibility for recovery exists and they are not paralyzed by the disease?
Stage 2: Awareness
Which stage of the Psychological Recovery Model begins with the individuals resolve to begin the work of recovery?
Stage 3: Preparation
In which stage of the Psychological Recovery Model does the individual take the necessary steps to work towards his or her goals in rebuilding a meaningful life?
Stage 4: Rebuilding
Which stage of the Psychological Recovery Model is considered the overall outcome and allows individuals to feel confident about achieving their goals?
Stage 5: Growth
______________ is a mental state characterized by an acute disturbance or cognition, manifested by short-term confusion, excitement, disorientation, and clouded consciousness.
Delirium
List the signs and symptoms of delirium.
- Illusions
- Hallucinations
- Difficulty sustaining attention
- Difficulty shifting attention
- Highly distracted
- Disorganized thinking
- Impaired reasonability
- Disoriented to time and place
- Impairment of recent memory
What clinical manifestation may cause delirium in older adults?
Urinary tract infection (UTI)
Which of the following conditions are known to precipitate delirium? (SATA)
A. System infections B. Febrile illness C. Seizures D. Migraine headaches E. Social isolation F. Renal failure
A, B, C, D, E, F
Delirium may result in autonomic manifestations, such as:
- Tachycardia
- Sweating
- Flushed face
- Dilated pupils
- Hypertension
An 68-year-old female develops delirium due to an underlying urinary tract infection. The nurse should expect her symptoms begin to diminish over how many days?
A. 10 to 12 days
B. 4 to 8 days
C. 3 to 7 days
D. 1 to 2 days
C. 3 to 7 days
What is a neurocognitive disorder (NCD)?
Impairment in the cognitive functions of thinking, reasoning, memory, learning, and speaking
What are the two types of neurocognitive disorders?
- Mild
- Major
Describe the difference between mild and major neurocognitive disorder (NCD).
- Mild NCD is modest decline from a previous level of functioning
- Major NCD is significant decline from a previous level of functioning
Major neurocognitive disorder (NCD) is also known as what?
Dementia
What is the most common form of neurocognitive disorder (NCD)?
Alzheimer’s disease (AD)
Differentiate between primary and secondary neurocognitive disorder (NCD).
- Primary is not directly related to another illness
- Secondary is caused by or related to another illness
What is an example of primary neurocognitive disorder (NCD).
Alzheimer’s disease (AD)
What is an example of secondary neurocognitive disorder (NCD)?
Head injury
An individual is transported to the emergency department (ED) by ambulance after suffering a fall. It is discovered that during the fall, the individual hit their head and is now displaying symptoms of a neurocognitive disorder (NCD). Is the patient most likely suffering from a primary or secondary neurocognitive disorder (NCD)?
Secondary
What type of nursing management is necessary for a patient suffering from Alzheimers disease (AD) who exhibits progressive memory loss, personality changes, verbal aggression, and frustration?
Structured daily routines
Structured daily routines reduce what symptoms for a patient diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease (AD)?
- Reduces frustration
- Reduces verbal aggression