Apathy Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

An OT is conducting an evaluation on a client post-CVA. The client present with contralateral hemiplegia, grasp reflex, incontinence, confusion, and apathy. What is the involved artery and the site of the infarct? Select one: a. Posterior cerebral artery (PCA) b. Middle cerebral artery (MCA) c. Internal carotid artery (ICA) d. Anterior cerebral artery (ACA) - d. Anterior cerebral artery (ACA) A child has recently begun to build with blocks both horizontally and vertically but cannot yet b...

Test Bank Prioritization Delegation and Assignment 4th Edition LaCharity Table of Contents Chapter 1. Pain ........................................................................................................................... 2 Chapter 2. Cancer ....................................................................................................................... 9 Chapter 3. Immunologic Problems ............................................................................................ ...

Question: The Confusion Assessment Methods Instrument (CAMI) is a … assessment tool for which of the following disorders? Question: Which of the following is a common sensory deficit of conversion disorder? Check all that apply. Question: Delirium is an example of which type of clinical problem in psychosomatic medicine? Question: All the following medications are … in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease dementia/psychosis EXCEPT for Question: Indicators of imitative dissociative iden...

Which of the following medications are known as selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs)? i. Nortriptyline ii. Citalopram iii. Duloxetine iv. Fluoxetine v. Venlafaxine vi. • Question 3 Which disease state of a non-adherent patient is at greater risk for substance use, violence, and victimization as well as worse overall quality of life? Schizophrenia Response Feedback: “Moreover, non-adherent patients with schizophrenia are at greater risk for substance use, violence, ...

model of clinical judgment correct answer: 1. noticing 2. interpreting 3. responding 4. reflecting schizophrenia correct answer: -often includes psychosis -3/4 cases begin between 15 and 35 yo -1/3 of the homeless population has schizophrenia -50% of those with schizophrenia have a co-occurring substance use disorder, usually cannabis or alcohol- SCREEN 1. positive sx -delusions -hallucinations -formal thought disorder -bizarre behavior-movement disorders 2. negative sx -f...

QUESION Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED) - repeated episodes of impulsive, ag- gressive behavior - outburst is out of proportion to the trigger - may feel guilty after outbursts but this does not prevent future outbursts QUESION Principles of limit setting Answer: - inform client of the rule - explain consequences - state expected behavior QUESION Risk factors for substance abuse Answer: - biologic: parents are alcoholics - psychologic: lack of nurturin...

Mental Health Exam #2 Psychotic Disorders Positive & Negative Symptoms,Typical & Atypical Antipsychotics,Grief,Depression,Suicide,Antidepressants,Mania,Mood Stabilizers,Lithium, Therapeutic Communication (responses) Positive and Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia -classified as postive and negative for the purpose of treatments and medications Positive Symptoms of Schizophrenia - reflect EXCESS or distortion of normal function -halucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking and behavior ...

NCLEX RN NGN EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2024 UPDATE NCLEX RN NGN EXAM QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2024 UPDATE Question 1 Yesterday, a client with schizophrenia began treatment with haloperidol (Haldol). Today, the nurse notices that the client is holding his head to one side and complaining of neck and jaw spasms. What should the nurse do? A Assume that the client is posturing. B Tell the client to lie down and relax. Evaluate the client for adverse reactions to haloperidol. Put the client...

LMR - Georgette's flashcard 2023/2024 LMR - Georgette's flashcard 2023/2024 Terms in this set (526) What drugs should be avoided with Kava Kava? Alprazolam CNS depressants (e.g., phenobarbital, zolpidem) What is the normal range for TSH? 0.5 - 5.0 mu/L What are lab values in Hyperthyroidism Decreased TSH Increased T4 and T3 What are labs in Hypothyroidism? Increased TSH Decreased T4 and T3 Heat intolerance What are 5 primary symptoms of Agitation, Anxiety, Irr...

Exam 2: NUR 2459 / NUR2459 | Latest 2023 / 2024| Mental and Behavioral Health Nursing Exam 2 Review| Questions and Verified Answers | Rasmussen QUESTION Describe the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale ( HDRS ) . Answer: Contains 17 items and is designed to measure mood + guilty feelings + suicidal ideation + sleep disturbances + anxiety levels + weight loss QUESTION 6th stage of Alzheimer's Disease ? Answer: moderate cognitive decline + disorientation to surroundi...