Questions and Answers
What is a critical monitoring step if a client is at risk for refeeding syndrome?
Which characteristic is associated with Cluster A personality disorders?
What is the primary feature of Conduct Disorder?
Which of the following is a common symptom of Anorexia Nervosa?
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Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder primarily affects which demographic?
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What is a primary feature of Oppositional Defiant Disorder?
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What symptom distinguishes ADHD from other disorders?
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In which cluster are personality disorders characterized by erratic and dramatic behavior?
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Study Notes
Autism
- Characterized by challenges in social skills, repetitive behaviors, and communication.
- Symptoms can vary widely, necessitating individualized support.
ADHD
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder involves symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
- Diagnosis typically occurs in childhood but can continue into adulthood.
- Treatment often includes behavioral interventions and medications like stimulants.
Tourettes
- Tourettes syndrome involves repetitive involuntary movements and vocalizations known as tics.
- Tics can be motor (e.g., blinking) or vocal (e.g., throat clearing) and may fluctuate in severity.
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
- Features include a pattern of angry, irritable mood, argumentative behavior, and vindictiveness.
- Symptoms typically manifest in childhood and may lead to further behavioral issues.
Conduct Disorder
- Involves a range of antisocial behaviors, including aggression, destruction of property, and deceitfulness.
- It poses risks for future criminal behavior if not addressed.
Separation Anxiety Disorder
- Marked by excessive fear or anxiety regarding separation from attachment figures.
- Common in children but can persist into adulthood, impacting daily functioning.
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Characterized by severe temper outbursts that are out of proportion to the situation.
- Symptoms must occur in multiple settings, affecting social functioning.
Eating Disorders
- Encompasses a range of disorders characterized by abnormal food consumption and body image issues.
Anorexia Nervosa
- Involves severe restriction of food intake leading to significant weight loss and health risks.
- Symptoms include an intense fear of gaining weight and distorted body image.
- Patients may exhibit perfectionism and obsessive behaviors around food.
Personality Disorders (Clusters A, B, C)
- Divided into three clusters based on shared characteristics and symptoms.
Cluster A: Odd, Bizarre, Eccentric
- Includes disorders such as Paranoid, Schizoid, and Schizotypal Personality Disorders.
- Patients may display social awkwardness, distrust, and eccentric behavior.
Cluster B: Dramatic, Erratic, Emotional
- Encompasses disorders like Antisocial, Borderline, Histrionic, and Narcissistic Personality Disorders.
- Symptoms include impulsivity, intense emotions, and unstable relationships.
Cluster C: Dependent, Anxious, Fearful
- Comprises Avoidant, Dependent, and Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorders.
- Individuals may struggle with anxiety and fear of abandonment.
Refeeding Syndrome
- A critical condition that can occur during the refeeding process in malnourished patients.
- Requires close monitoring of blood electrolytes, and patients may need telemetry or continuous cardiac monitoring.
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Prepare for your NUR356 Mental Health Final Exam with this comprehensive quiz covering Modules 10, 11, and 12. Topics include Autism, ADHD, Tourettes, and various mental health disorders. Test your understanding and readiness for the exam.
