NUR 233 MENTAL HEALTH EXAM
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What is the definition of BIPOLAR disorder - ANS Extreme changed in mood, energy, and the
ability to function
Classification of Bipolar disorder - ANS Bipolar I
Bipolar II
Cyclothymic disorder
and mixed features
What is Bipolar II - ANS - Has same symptoms of bipolar I disorder, however the symptoms
are described as "hypomania" because they are less severe than in pure mania.
What is cyclothymic disorder? - ANS brief periods of Hypomanic symptoms alternating with
brief periods of depressive symptoms that are not as extensive or as long lasting as seen in full
hypomanic episodes or full depressive episodes
Interventions for mania - ANS physical safety of the client and others
Asses for Fatigue
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, Provide rest periods
provide privacy
use calm slow interactions
Ignore or distract the client from GRANDIOSE thinking
Do not argue with the client
Provide high calories finger foods
What us ETC (electroconvulsive therapy) - ANS Treatment for depression
electrodes attached to the temples that cause a brief seizure pithing the brain
Usual course is 6 to 12 treatments
Indications for ETC use - ANS When antidepressant medication have no effects
When there is a need for a rapid definitive response
when the client is in extreme agitation or stupor
when the client has a history of poor medication response
When the client prefers ETC
What is Alzheimer's disease? - ANS is an irreversible form of smile dementia caused by nerve
cell deterioration
Stages of Alzheimer's Disease - ANS Stage 1. Mild, Forgetfulness
Stage 2. Moderate, Confusion
Stage 3. Mild to Sever, ambulatory dementia
Stage 4. Late, End stage
What is the Priority in care for Alzheimers disease - ANS Providing a safe environment
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QUESTIONS AND DETAILED ANSWERS.
EXPERT VERIFIED FOR GUARANTEED
PASS.
What is the definition of BIPOLAR disorder - ANS Extreme changed in mood, energy, and the
ability to function
Classification of Bipolar disorder - ANS Bipolar I
Bipolar II
Cyclothymic disorder
and mixed features
What is Bipolar II - ANS - Has same symptoms of bipolar I disorder, however the symptoms
are described as "hypomania" because they are less severe than in pure mania.
What is cyclothymic disorder? - ANS brief periods of Hypomanic symptoms alternating with
brief periods of depressive symptoms that are not as extensive or as long lasting as seen in full
hypomanic episodes or full depressive episodes
Interventions for mania - ANS physical safety of the client and others
Asses for Fatigue
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, Provide rest periods
provide privacy
use calm slow interactions
Ignore or distract the client from GRANDIOSE thinking
Do not argue with the client
Provide high calories finger foods
What us ETC (electroconvulsive therapy) - ANS Treatment for depression
electrodes attached to the temples that cause a brief seizure pithing the brain
Usual course is 6 to 12 treatments
Indications for ETC use - ANS When antidepressant medication have no effects
When there is a need for a rapid definitive response
when the client is in extreme agitation or stupor
when the client has a history of poor medication response
When the client prefers ETC
What is Alzheimer's disease? - ANS is an irreversible form of smile dementia caused by nerve
cell deterioration
Stages of Alzheimer's Disease - ANS Stage 1. Mild, Forgetfulness
Stage 2. Moderate, Confusion
Stage 3. Mild to Sever, ambulatory dementia
Stage 4. Late, End stage
What is the Priority in care for Alzheimers disease - ANS Providing a safe environment
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