CNA Chapter 20: Mental Health & Illness
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What is mental health?

The normal functioning of emotional and intellectual abilities.

Characteristics of a person who is mentally healthy include the ability to get along with others, adapt to ________, and take responsibility for ________.

change; decisions, feelings, and actions

What is mental illness?

A disorder that affects a person's ability to function and often causes inappropriate behavior.

What is a situation response?

<p>A temporary condition that has symptoms like those of mental illness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors can cause or worsen mental illness? (Select all that apply)

<p>Physical factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a fallacy?

<p>A false belief.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes intellectual disability from mental illness?

<p>Intellectual disability is a developmental disability that causes below-average mental functioning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Being mentally healthy can reduce ________ and prevent some ________.

<p>stress; physical diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are defense mechanisms?

<p>Unconscious behaviors used to release tension or cope with stress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Anxiety is characterized by ________, worry, or fear, often about a situation or condition.

<p>uneasiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)?

<p>An anxiety disorder characterized by chronic anxiety and worry, even when there is no cause for these feelings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define panic disorder.

<p>A disorder characterized by a person having regular panic attacks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)?

<p>An anxiety disorder characterized by obsessive behavior or thoughts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What triggers posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?

<p>Experiencing or witnessing a traumatic experience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a phobia?

<p>An intense, irrational fear of or anxiety about an object, place, or situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define claustrophobia.

<p>The fear of being in a confined space.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is depression?

<p>A type of mood disorder that causes pain, fatigue, apathy, and sadness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is apathy?

<p>A lack of interest in activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is bipolar disorder?

<p>A type of mood disorder that causes mood swings and changes in energy levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define schizophrenia.

<p>A type of psychotic disorder that causes problems with thinking and communication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are hallucinations?

<p>False or distorted sensory perceptions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are delusions?

<p>Persistent false beliefs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is psychotherapy?

<p>A method of treating mental illness involving talking about problems with mental health professionals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?

<p>A type of psychotherapy often used to treat anxiety disorders and depression.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Common treatments of mental illness include medication, psychotherapy, and ________.

<p>cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a nursing assistant (NA) in caring for residents with mental illness?

<p>Observe residents for changes and encourage them to do as much for themselves as possible.</p> Signup and view all the answers

NAs should observe and report changes in ________, mood, behavior, and ________ in residents with mental illness.

<p>ability; comments about hurting oneself or others</p> Signup and view all the answers

Define substance abuse.

<p>The repeated use of legal or illegal substances in a harmful way.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are signs of substance abuse? (Select all that apply)

<p>Irritability</p> Signup and view all the answers

Over-the-counter and prescription medications can be abused if taken incorrectly or ________.

<p>excessively</p> Signup and view all the answers

Residents who do not have doctors' orders against drinking alcohol may ________.

<p>drink alcohol if they wish to do so.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Mental Health and Mental Illness

  • Mental health refers to the normal functioning of emotional and intellectual abilities.
  • Characteristics of a mentally healthy individual include adaptability, responsibility, healthy relationships, and effective coping techniques.
  • Mental illness affects a person's ability to function and may manifest through symptoms like confusion, agitation, and inappropriate behavior.

Situation Response

  • A situation response is a temporary condition mimicking mental illness symptoms, often triggered by personal crises or environmental changes.

Causes of Mental Illness

  • Physical factors: illness, disability, aging, substance abuse, or chemical imbalances.
  • Environmental factors: traumatic childhood experiences or weak family relationships.
  • Stress and heredity also play key roles in exacerbating mental health issues.

Defense Mechanisms

  • Defense mechanisms are unconscious behaviors employed to manage stress and tension.
  • Common types include denial, projection, displacement, rationalization, repression, and regression.

Anxiety and Mood Disorders

  • Anxiety is characterized by feelings of worry and unease, with conditions like Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), panic disorder, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) being common.
  • Depression, also known as major depressive disorder, presents symptoms such as fatigue, irritability, and loss of interest.

Psychotic Disorders

  • Schizophrenia is a psychotic disorder that disrupts thinking, communication, and emotional management, often associated with hallucinations and delusions.

Treatment Options

  • Common treatments for mental illness include medication, psychotherapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which focuses on behavior modification and problem-solving.

Support Roles for Nursing Assistants

  • Nursing Assistants (NAs) should observe and document changes in residents, provide support, and encourage healthy self-management strategies.

Signs of Concern

  • For residents with mental illness, report behavior changes, mood fluctuations, medication compliance, and any comments regarding self-harm or harm to others.

Substance Abuse

  • Substance abuse involves harmful repeated use of substances and can manifest through physical appearance changes, personality shifts, irritability, and memory issues.
  • Over-the-counter and prescription medications can also be abused if not taken as directed.
  • Residents in facilities that allow alcohol consumption may do so if permitted by doctors' orders. NAs should refrain from judgment or gossip about these choices.

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Test your knowledge on mental health and mental illness with this quiz based on CNA Chapter 20. This chapter covers the definitions, characteristics, and responsibilities concerning mental health. Enhance your understanding of how emotional and intellectual abilities function in a healthy individual.

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