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What is the correct statement about anxiety disorders?
Which of the following is a common comorbidity associated with anxiety disorders?
What is a potential cause of vulnerability to anxiety disorders?
What is the estimated prevalence of any anxiety disorder in adults?
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Which brain chemical is affected by benzodiazepines used to treat anxiety disorders?
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How do anxiety disorders typically impact daily life?
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What is a common characteristic of moderate anxiety according to the text?
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Which of the following is true regarding anxiety levels?
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What is decompensation in the context of mental disorders?
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What is the nurse's first priority when dealing with a client experiencing moderate anxiety?
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Which symptom would validate the diagnosis of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?
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How does moderate anxiety affect the client's ability to discuss their anxiety causes?
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What is the most appropriate goal for a client diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
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Which of the following is not typically associated with clients diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?
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How are anxiety related to traumatic events commonly associated with?
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What is a significant symptom of clients experiencing a panic attack?
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Which demographic factor is not directly linked to an increase in anxiety disorders, according to the text?
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Why are blood tests considered relevant in evaluating history of thyroid disorders in relation to anxiety symptoms?
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Study Notes
Anxiety Disorders
- Anxiety disorders are the most common of all psychiatric illnesses, resulting in considerable functional impairment and distress.
- Individuals with anxiety disorders have extreme concerns about being exposed to possible scrutiny by others and fear social or performance situations in which embarrassment may occur.
Comorbidities
- Vulnerability to comorbidities includes parental psychiatric history, childhood trauma, and negative life events.
- Common comorbidities include another anxiety disorder, depression, and substance abuse.
Prevalence
- The prevalence of anxiety disorders is estimated at 18.1% for adults and 25.2% for children aged 13 to 18 years old.
Medications
- Benzodiazepines affect the brain chemical Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in anxiety medications.
Nursing Interventions
- Reducing anxiety to a tolerable level should be the nurse's first priority.
- The nurse should convey an accepting attitude to facilitate trust after reassuring the client of their safety and security.
- Levels of anxiety vary, and appropriate interventions are based on the assessed level of anxiety.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Validated symptoms of GAD include:
- Excessive worry about items difficult to control
- Muscle tension
- Feeling “keyed up” or “on edge”
- Goals for a client with GAD include:
- The client will display the ability to cope with mild anxiety.
- The nurse should not expect clients with GAD to:
- Experience dissociative experiences
- Relive traumatic events
- Perform ritualistic behaviors
Panic Attack
- During a panic attack, the nurse should:
- Not speak loudly and firmly
- Not restrict the client's physical activity
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Description
Test your knowledge on anxiety disorders with this quiz designed for nursing students. Identify the statement that needs correction before presenting to student nurses.
