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Mental Health 13-17
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Interventions for a child w/ a sleep disorder | Bedtime rituals such as reading and limit television time |
| What is PICA? | Persistent eating of nonfood items for more than 1 month |
| What is somatoform disorder? | Individual has signs and symptoms of illness w/o a traceable physical cause. |
| Difference between the type of enuresis | Primary nocturnal enuresis- 3x more frequently in boys, often disappear w/o intervention Diurnal enuresis- shy children or w/ ADHD daytime wetting Secondary enuresis- bladder trained child becomes incontinent |
| Interventions/treatment plan for a teen w/ ADHD | Small, structured classes and firm but nonjudgemental teachers. Positive reinforcement. Behavioral therapy. |
| What is a conduct disorder and what would be including in the plan of care for treatment? | Characterized by defiance of authority and aggressive behaviors towards others. Stabilizing home environment, improve family interactions and disciplinary techniques. |
| What is a major goal of therapy w/ chemical dependency in adolescents | Prevention and early recognition |
| State and describe the stages of chemical dependency | Experimentation- drugs are used for the first time within comfort of peers. Actively seeking- looks forward to and seeks out mood changes by chemicals Preoccupation- believes they cannot cope w/o chemicals Burnout- focus is to prevent negative feelings |
| What is exploitation and apply it to real life situation | Use of an individual for selfish purposes, profit or gain. Children who must labor w/ no time for study or play. |
| What is neglect? | Not meeting a child's basic need for food, clothing, shelter, love and belonging. |
| Conditions that most commonly place older adults at risk for overdose and severe reactions of medications | Reduced kidney function and liver metabolism function |
| What are manifestations of an adolescent who has depression | Moodiness, decreased social activity, hopelessness, difficulty in thinking, inability to concentrate, loss of energy, eating and sleeping problems |
| What is sundown syndrome? | A group of behaviors characterized by confusion, agitation, and disruptive behaviors that occur late in afternoon or evening. |
| What are the stages of Alzheimer's Disease and what are the care responsibilities during each stage? | Early stage- short term memory loss, inability to learn, process and retain information, language problems Middle stage- can't recall poor process new information. Aphasia, apraxia Late stage- inability to do anything End stage- slip into coma |
| How is clonidine used to treat ADHD as an off label use and what can happen to a client if they stop the medication abruptly? | It's non-stimulant and helps manage impulsivity. Rebound hypertension can occur |
| What are breath holding spells and it occurs between what ages? | Child becomes frustrated or upset and begins to cry but no sound emerges. They stop breathing, turn blue and become unresponsive. 6 months- 5 yrs |
| Client has delirium due to UTI. What findings would you expect to find as their nurse? | Confusion, altered mental status, trouble paying attention, unorganized thinking, decreased level of alertness |
| What should you be aware of being a nurse w/ those clients taking donepezil (Aricept) for early stage Alzheimer's? | Insomnia, high or low BP, urinary problems, seizures, dizziness, diarrhea, rash, cough |
| Manifestations of bulimia? | Intense dieting, secret binge episodes, intense guilt or depression following binge |
| Warning signs of teen suicide | Loss of interest, pushes limits, isolation, hints about intentions, withdraws from family interactions, becomes secretive, emotional highs and lows, changes in personal hygiene |
| Manifestations of somatoform disorder | Headaches, upset stomach, pain |
| Adverse effects of atomoxetine taken for ADHD | Higher risk of suicide, liver dysfunction, low BP, nausea, mood swings, decreased appetite |
| Six D's of confusion | Delirium, damage, deprivation, drugs, depression, dementia |
| Review table 17.2 pg. 198 | |
| Child is unable to earn above a "D" in school no matter how hard they study they are likely suffering from what? | Learning disorder. |
| Skipping meals is a frequent weight loss method used by female high school students | true. |
| Problems with sight/memory and interactions with other meds (polypharmacy) are conditions that can place older adults at risk for OD | true. |
| Client is living at home with middle stage Alzheimer's. What is one of the responsibilities of the caregiver? | Adapt to the changing personality and behavior. |
| what is not an adverse effect of atomoxetine ? | Increased appetite . |
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