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NRTC Mental Health
Ch 17 & 23
Question | Answer |
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Eating of non-food items | Pica |
Change of mental status that is abrupt and non-permanent | delirium |
Sleep study test | Polysomnography |
this eating disorder is often pt often is characterized as: 17 y/o female who is goal oriented, sensitive, and active | anorexia nervosa |
Causes of delirium can include: _______________ | dehydration, medication changes, substance abuse, head trauma, acute infection |
The GAF scale is used to provide a standardized assessment of ? | ability to perform ADLs |
The primary interventions for sleep disorders include | preparing the body for sleep, preparing the environment for sleep, avoiding stimulants before bed ie nicotine, exercise, caffeine |