NURS 330 Vulnerable Populations Exam
193 very well Detailed Solutions.
NURS 330 Vulnerable Populations Exam
193 very well Detailed Solutions.
What are some factors that produce stress? - ANSWER Anything that is perceived as challenging,
threatening or demanding
What is physiologic homeostasis? - ANSWER Autonomic Nervous system and endocrine System Control
homeostasis. Self regulating mechanisms
What is local adaptation syndrome? - ANSWER It involves only specific body parts, not the entire body.
What is general adaptation syndrome? - ANSWER The body's general response to stress
What does the "fight or flight" response entail? - ANSWER Secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrine
What types of things would you see in a patient experiencing stress or anxiety? - ANSWER elevated HR,
BP, RR, increased blood flow to large muscles, Increased mental alertness, increased visual acuity (pupils
dilate), sweating, dry mouth, increased blood sugar, sodium/water retention.
What happens in the exhaustion stage? - ANSWER body can no longer resist the stressor or adapt, the
negative effects would spread to the entire body, if stressor is not removed exhaustion and even death
occur.
What are some behavioral signs of stress? - ANSWER insomnia, scattered or disorganized
thoughts/speech, restlessness, irritability, impaired concentration
What are the levels of anxiety? - ANSWER Mild Anxiety, Moderate Anxiety, Severe Anxiety, Panic
What is mild anxiety? - ANSWER a heightened state of alertness, prepares people for action, can
motivate learning and produce growth and creativity.
,NURS 330 Vulnerable Populations Exam
193 very well Detailed Solutions.
What is an example of mild anxiety? - ANSWER being lost in a new place, or being nervous for a class
presentation.
what is moderate anxiety? - ANSWER persons focus is on immediate concerns, decrease in sensory
perceptions, decreased attention span, and ability to concentrate.
What is an example of moderate anxiety? - ANSWER losing a child at a playground, you are specifically
worried about where the child is.
What is severe anxiety? - ANSWER greatly diminished ability to concentrate, behavior is aimed at
relieving anxiety
what to you do for someone having severe anxiety? - ANSWER they may need medical or psychiatric
intervention.
What is an example of severe anxiety? - ANSWER unexpected firing from your job, or finding out a loved
one has been hurt, or died.
What is panic? - ANSWER associated with awe, dread and terror unable to do things even with direction,
paralyzing experience, will do wild and desperate actions, physical symptoms can resemble a heart
attack, and they NEED INTERVENTION.
What is an example of panic? - ANSWER Being the victim of a crime, or living through a disaster.
What are some positive coping strategies? - ANSWER physical exercise, talking about the situation,
belief in a higher power (religion), seeking information about the problem, drawing on past experience ,
developing alternative plans
What are some negative coping strategies? - ANSWER smoking, alcohol intake, overeating, "pill
popping" prescription drugs and "street drugs", excessive caffeine intake.
, NURS 330 Vulnerable Populations Exam
193 very well Detailed Solutions.
What are the effect of long term stress? - ANSWER Physical problems (cardiovascular issues, GI
problems, Immune system), Psychological problems
(addiction, depression, suicide, violence), socio/economic problems (family issues, financial)
What are some influences of stress management? - ANSWER physical health, support systems, strong
sense of self, spirituality and prayerfulness, optimism, hobbies and outlets, humor, culture.
What can we do for health promotion for a patient with stress or anxiety? - ANSWER reducing stressors,
addressing perfection (unreachable), supportive internal messages "self-talk" to assist in coping,
assertiveness training, lifestyle changes, exercise.
What is functional ability? - ANSWER The physical, psychological, cognitive, and social ability to carry on
the normal activities of life.
What are BADLS? - ANSWER Basic activities of daily living such as eating, hygiene, dressing, ambulating,
and toileting.
What are IADLS? - ANSWER instrumental activities of daily living such as cleaning, shopping, cooking,
laundry, housekeeping, using the phone.
How do you check the functional ability/who would notice the functional ability of infants-children? -
ANSWER Well baby checks, family and teachers could notice different things.
How do you check the functional ability/ who would notice the functional ability of young children-
middle-aged adults? - ANSWER Family members, self report, teachers.
How do you check the functional ability/ who would notice the functional ability of adults. - ANSWER
Observation, hearing, vision checks, mobility, nurition, cognition, social support, BADL, IADL
Are males or females more at risk for MS? - ANSWER Females.
193 very well Detailed Solutions.
NURS 330 Vulnerable Populations Exam
193 very well Detailed Solutions.
What are some factors that produce stress? - ANSWER Anything that is perceived as challenging,
threatening or demanding
What is physiologic homeostasis? - ANSWER Autonomic Nervous system and endocrine System Control
homeostasis. Self regulating mechanisms
What is local adaptation syndrome? - ANSWER It involves only specific body parts, not the entire body.
What is general adaptation syndrome? - ANSWER The body's general response to stress
What does the "fight or flight" response entail? - ANSWER Secretion of epinephrine and norepinephrine
What types of things would you see in a patient experiencing stress or anxiety? - ANSWER elevated HR,
BP, RR, increased blood flow to large muscles, Increased mental alertness, increased visual acuity (pupils
dilate), sweating, dry mouth, increased blood sugar, sodium/water retention.
What happens in the exhaustion stage? - ANSWER body can no longer resist the stressor or adapt, the
negative effects would spread to the entire body, if stressor is not removed exhaustion and even death
occur.
What are some behavioral signs of stress? - ANSWER insomnia, scattered or disorganized
thoughts/speech, restlessness, irritability, impaired concentration
What are the levels of anxiety? - ANSWER Mild Anxiety, Moderate Anxiety, Severe Anxiety, Panic
What is mild anxiety? - ANSWER a heightened state of alertness, prepares people for action, can
motivate learning and produce growth and creativity.
,NURS 330 Vulnerable Populations Exam
193 very well Detailed Solutions.
What is an example of mild anxiety? - ANSWER being lost in a new place, or being nervous for a class
presentation.
what is moderate anxiety? - ANSWER persons focus is on immediate concerns, decrease in sensory
perceptions, decreased attention span, and ability to concentrate.
What is an example of moderate anxiety? - ANSWER losing a child at a playground, you are specifically
worried about where the child is.
What is severe anxiety? - ANSWER greatly diminished ability to concentrate, behavior is aimed at
relieving anxiety
what to you do for someone having severe anxiety? - ANSWER they may need medical or psychiatric
intervention.
What is an example of severe anxiety? - ANSWER unexpected firing from your job, or finding out a loved
one has been hurt, or died.
What is panic? - ANSWER associated with awe, dread and terror unable to do things even with direction,
paralyzing experience, will do wild and desperate actions, physical symptoms can resemble a heart
attack, and they NEED INTERVENTION.
What is an example of panic? - ANSWER Being the victim of a crime, or living through a disaster.
What are some positive coping strategies? - ANSWER physical exercise, talking about the situation,
belief in a higher power (religion), seeking information about the problem, drawing on past experience ,
developing alternative plans
What are some negative coping strategies? - ANSWER smoking, alcohol intake, overeating, "pill
popping" prescription drugs and "street drugs", excessive caffeine intake.
, NURS 330 Vulnerable Populations Exam
193 very well Detailed Solutions.
What are the effect of long term stress? - ANSWER Physical problems (cardiovascular issues, GI
problems, Immune system), Psychological problems
(addiction, depression, suicide, violence), socio/economic problems (family issues, financial)
What are some influences of stress management? - ANSWER physical health, support systems, strong
sense of self, spirituality and prayerfulness, optimism, hobbies and outlets, humor, culture.
What can we do for health promotion for a patient with stress or anxiety? - ANSWER reducing stressors,
addressing perfection (unreachable), supportive internal messages "self-talk" to assist in coping,
assertiveness training, lifestyle changes, exercise.
What is functional ability? - ANSWER The physical, psychological, cognitive, and social ability to carry on
the normal activities of life.
What are BADLS? - ANSWER Basic activities of daily living such as eating, hygiene, dressing, ambulating,
and toileting.
What are IADLS? - ANSWER instrumental activities of daily living such as cleaning, shopping, cooking,
laundry, housekeeping, using the phone.
How do you check the functional ability/who would notice the functional ability of infants-children? -
ANSWER Well baby checks, family and teachers could notice different things.
How do you check the functional ability/ who would notice the functional ability of young children-
middle-aged adults? - ANSWER Family members, self report, teachers.
How do you check the functional ability/ who would notice the functional ability of adults. - ANSWER
Observation, hearing, vision checks, mobility, nurition, cognition, social support, BADL, IADL
Are males or females more at risk for MS? - ANSWER Females.
