You Are Working with a Patient with a Decreased Level

question 4

Multiple Choice

You are working with a patient with a decreased level of consciousness.You observe that your patient is difficult to arouse, and once aroused is confused.You would describe this behavior as:

• A)Stupor
• B)Obtunded
• C)Lethargic
• D)Comatose

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Definitions:

Anxiety Disorders

Mental health disorders characterized by significant anxiety and fear that may interfere with daily activities.

Older Adults

Individuals who are in the later phase of life, often considered to be those aged 65 and above.

Selective Optimization with Compensation (SOC) Model

A theory explaining how people can maintain performance in some areas through selection, optimization, and compensation strategies despite losses in other areas.

Mental Disorders

A wide range of conditions that affect mood, thinking, and behavior, often leading to distress or impairment in functioning.