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Which of the following statements are correct regarding the link between radiation dose and genetic effects? 1. The link has been demonstrated in human studies. 2. The link has been demonstrated in animal studies. 3. increased risk to humans cannot be predicted with respect to an individual. - 2 and 3 only Which of the following changes in kilovoltage (KVP) will result in the greatest reduction of patient dose, when milliamperage-seconds (mAs) is adjusted to compensate for the dosage? A....

Mood Disorders - Most common psych illnesses Primary characteristic is persistent disturbance in mood - Major Depressive Disorder Often occurs without precipitating event - MDD Object loss theory - Fairbairn, Winnicott & guntrip Aggression turned inward theory of MDD - Freud Cognitive Theory - Beck Learned Helplessness-Hopelessness Theory - Seligman Genetic predisposition - Strong genetic load for depression for child of depressed parent -having 3 fold increase in lifetime r...

Niacin - Nutritional deficiency in vegan diet that mimics psychiatric symptoms Thiamine (Vitamin B1) - Deficiency associated with chronic alcohol abuse Birth to age 2 - Positive Babinski reflex is normal for what age range Managed Care Organization (MCO) - System where the insurer is not only the payer but also the provider of healthcare 0.5 mg/day; 3 mg/day - 2 part Q: Recommended starting dose of risperidone (Risperdal) for adolescence age 13 to 17; and recommended therapeutic dose...

Descriptive Vividness - The researcher describes the data gathering process in sufficient detail that the reader can personally experience it. The data collected, often in the form of personal statements, should be quoted directly and extensively, because this is the raw data from the study. Methodological Congruence - The researcher presents the philosophical and methodological approach used and cites references to support their approach. The subjects, sampling method, data-gathering and dat...

Psychoanalytic theory - Oral , anal, phallic, latency, and genital stages PsychoDYNAMIC or Individual: Adler - Recognized inferiority as driving force; strive for superiority; motivation is through social relatedness PsychoDYNAMIC or Individual Theory: Adler - Assume responsibility for growth Live a purposeful life Consciousness raising Intrapersonal conflicts Birth Order Existential: Frankl, May, Yalom - Stresses human EXISTENCE, choice, freedom and responsibility:Logotherapy: ther...

mesocortical pathway - executive function: attention, focus, depression nigrostriatal pathway - from substantia nigra (brainstem) to striatum (muscles): Parkinson's mesolimbic pathway - projects to nucleus accumbens (part of limbic system). Pleasure, reward, positive symptoms of schizophrenia: Addiction, gambling Tuberoinfundibular pathway - regulation of prolactin (acts on pituitary). Hypersexuality in mania Dopamine - produced in substania nigra and VTA. D2 & D4 receptors most imp...

Core Competencies - Management of Health Status Maintenance of Nurse-Patient Relationship Teaching/Coaching Professional Role Managing and Negotiating Healthcare Delivery Systems Monitoring Quality of Care Providing Culturally Sensitive Care When was NP role introduced and by whom - 1965 Loretta Ford University of Colorado State Legislative Statutes - Grant legal authority for NP practice Are the Nurse Practice Act of every state Provide title protection Define advanced practice...

State Legislative Statutes: What do they do? (law created by the state) - -They are the Nurse Practice Act -Provides Title protection, -Grants legal authority; -Define Scope of Practice , -Defines advanced practice, -Puts restrictions on practice, -Sets credentialing requirements, -Sets grounds for disciplinary actions, -May require a Collaborative agreement Statutory Law (written law created by legislative body) - -rules and regulations differ per state -may further defin...

The purpose of the American Nurses Association's Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice is to a. Define the role and actions for the NP b. Establish the legal authority for the prescription of psychotropic medications c. Define the legal statutes of the role of the PMHNP d. Define the differences between the physician role and the NP role - A. The ANAs Psych-Mental Health Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice defines the role and actions of the nurse practitio...

ANCC PMHNP Chapter 4 Exam with Complete Solved Solutions 2023 Graded A

what term describes a scientific study that gathers multiple studies and analyzes them to draw a larger conclusion? - systematic review borderline personality disorder falls under which cluster of personality disorder traits? - B a 36 year old caucasian male arrives for his usual monthly medication appointment. diagnosed with schizophrenia & has been stabilized on haldol for 9 years. today he states he has an inner feeling of restlessness & inability to remain still. what type of E.P.S is ...

Reflexes expected at 1 month - Moro until 4 months, Palmer until 4 months, Plantar util 8 months, Babinski (2 years is disease) Signs of fetal alcohol syndrome - small head, shoey palpebral fissure, inner epicanthal folds. Do IEP and early intervention specialist Rhett Syndrome - a rare disorder found virtually exclusively in girls, is a neurodevelopmental disorder in which the child usually develops normally unitl about 6 to 18 months of age at which characteristics of the syndrome emerge...

MOOD D/O: MDD CRITERIA A - A. Five (or more) of the following symptoms have been present during the same 2-week period and represent a change from previous functioning; at least one of the symptoms is either (1) depressed mood or (2) loss of interest or pleasure. Note: Do not include symptoms that are clearly attributable to another medical condition. 1. Depressed mood daily 2. Loss of pleasure of joy in activities/inerests 3. Significant weight loss/gain 4. insomnia/hypersomnia 5. fati...

You are being more mindful when you are giving medications if you: - Say out loud what you need to do before you perform a step To avoid making mistakes when administering medications you should: - Remain mindful when administering medications Melissa Spring has an order written for administration of 1 mg of a medication. You accidentally give her 2 mg of the medication. Your first action is to: - Immediately call your map consultant It is important to accurately report what you see in ...

Two important responsibilities to ensure a person will receive the best care possible are - observing and reporting When you have a new health related concern regarding the people you support, you should call the - Health Care Provider Once you become MAP Certified, you are responsible to keep track of the expiration date and know that MAP Certification is only good for - d. two years An example of when to contact a MAP Consultant includes if too little medication was administered or th...

You may drive off of the paved roadway to pass another vehicle: - Under no circumstances You are approaching a railroad crossing with no warning devices and are unable to see 400 feet down the tracks in one direction. The speed limit is: - 15mph When parking your vehicle parallel to the carbon a level street: - Your wheels must be within 18 inches of the curb When you are merging onto the freeway, you should be driving: - At or near the same speed as the traffic on the freeway When d...

ethics - the principles, norms, and standards of conduct governing an individual or group—focuses on conduct ethical behavior in business - behavior that is consistent with the principles, norms, and standards of business practice that have been agreed upon by society Process of Ethical Decision Making - ethical awareness > ethical judgement > ethical behavior ethical organizations - evidence suggests employees are more attracted to and more committed Defense Industry Initiat...

rules and compliance are - insufficient bc we're good at rationalizing ethical lens - 1. Right 2. Relationship 3. Results 4. Reputation 1. Rights lens - prefer rationality and autonomy *Valued trait - life and safety - truthfulness - privacy 2. Relationship lens - An action is ethical if it support the frame works of the organization Valued traits - fair compensation - fair treatment - fair administration of rules 3. Results lens - 4. Reputation lens - tow...

Who can the DOT exam be administered to? - Anyone who requests the exam, regardless of age Who is responsible for ensuring the driver meets the minimum age requirement of 21 years old? - Motor carrier When should a BP be confirmed with a second measurement during the exam? - Any BP 140/90 or greater What BP readings may be used for certification decisions? - Only BP readings taken during the DOT physical exam What is stage 1 hypertension? - 140-159/90-99 What is stage 2 hypertensi...

Avoid using internal path for your classes - wire.* should be avoided. These can always be potentially changed or replaced during an upgrade. When referencing typecodes, use the static property on the typelist class instead of the string representation - Use TC_TYPECODE instead of "typecode", example: LossCause.TC_REAREND instead of "rearend" Use the text for logical operators instead of the symbols - Use "and","or", and "not" instead of "&&", "||", and "!" Code placemen...