A Client Is Diagnosed with Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD)(dysthymia)

question 24

Multiple Choice

A client is diagnosed with Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD) (dysthymia) .Which should the nurse classify as an affective symptom of this disorder?

• A)Social isolation with a focus on self
• B)Low energy level
• C)Difficulty concentrating
• D)Gloomy and pessimistic outlook on life

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Definitions:

Anxiety Disorders

A collection of psychological conditions marked by intense sensations of worry and dread, which interfere with everyday activities.

Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders

A classification of mental health conditions that are directly related to the experience of traumatic or stressful events.

Obsessive-

Incomplete term; typically refers to thoughts, impulses, or behaviors that are intrusive, unwanted, and distressing, often related to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Compulsive-Related Disorders

Disorders characterized by repetitive, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that the individual feels driven to perform.