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PCP Commucations 💛👩🏼‍⚕️ > Unit 5 Part 2 > Flashcards

Unit 5 Part 2 Flashcards

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Define stress

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A psychological and physical response to perceived challenges or threats

Stress can lead to various health issues if not managed properly.

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What are stressors?

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Events or situations that cause stress

Stressors can be external (environmental) or internal (thoughts).

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List sources of stress

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  • Work-related pressures
  • Personal relationships
  • Financial difficulties
  • Major life changes
  • Health concerns
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Outline the biological adaptation model of stress

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Focuses on the physiological responses to stressors, including the fight-or-flight response

Involves the activation of the autonomic nervous system.

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Outline the psychosocial adaptation model of stress

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Emphasizes the cognitive and emotional aspects of stress, including perception and coping mechanisms

This model highlights the role of social support.

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What influences impact stress?

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  • Individual personality traits
  • Coping strategies
  • Social support systems
  • Cultural factors
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Discuss behavioral responses to stress

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Responses can include avoidance, aggression, or seeking support

Behavioral responses vary based on individual coping styles.

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Point out the relationship between stress and disease

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Chronic stress can lead to various health issues such as heart disease, diabetes, and depression

Stress affects immune function and overall health.

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Select stress reduction strategies

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  • Mindfulness and meditation
  • Physical exercise
  • Time management
  • Seeking social support
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Describe the concept of coping

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Coping refers to the strategies used to manage stress and its effects

It can be problem-focused or emotion-focused.

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What is resiliency?

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The ability to bounce back from stress and adversity

Resilience can be developed over time through experiences.

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Outline sources of stress in healthcare

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  • High patient loads
  • Emotional demands
  • Time constraints
  • Workplace conflicts
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Select communication strategies for clients in stressful situations

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  • Active listening
  • Empathy
  • Clear and concise information
  • Nonverbal communication
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Describe burnout

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A state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress

It often affects healthcare providers and caregivers.

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Outline strategies for burnout prevention

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  • Regular self-care
  • Setting boundaries
  • Seeking support
  • Professional development
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Define crisis

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A critical situation that disrupts an individual’s or community’s normal functioning

Crises require immediate response and intervention.

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Describe characteristics of the crisis state

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  • Intense emotional reactions
  • Disruption of normal coping mechanisms
  • Increased vulnerability
18
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Compare types of crises

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  • Developmental crises
  • Situational crises
  • Existential crises
  • Environmental crises
19
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Define goals of crisis intervention

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  • Stabilize the individual
  • Restore functioning
  • Provide support
  • Encourage coping strategies
20
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Outline crisis intervention strategies

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  • Active listening
  • Providing information
  • Emotional support
  • Problem-solving assistance
21
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Articulate family responses to crisis

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  • Increased stress
  • Conflict or withdrawal
  • Seeking support from extended family
  • Changes in roles or responsibilities
22
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Describe violence as a form of crisis

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An acute situation that can lead to physical harm or psychological trauma

Violence can occur in various settings, including domestic and public.

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Describe suicide as a form of crisis

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An urgent situation where an individual is at risk of self-harm or death

Requires immediate intervention and support.

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Summarize crisis management in disaster situations

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  • Assess needs
  • Coordinate resources
  • Provide immediate support
  • Facilitate recovery efforts
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Define critical incident

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An event that causes significant distress or disruption, often requiring community response

Examples include natural disasters or mass shootings.

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Justify the need for critical incident stress debriefing (CISD)

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CISD helps individuals process traumatic events and reduces the risk of PTSD

It provides a structured environment for sharing experiences.

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Discuss symptoms of PTSD

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  • Intrusive memories
  • Avoidance of reminders
  • Negative changes in mood
  • Hyperarousal symptoms
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What is the treatment for PTSD?

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  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Medication
  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
  • Support groups

PCP Commucations 💛👩🏼‍⚕️ (9 decks)

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