A Combat Veteran Diagnosed with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Depression

question 3

Multiple Choice

A combat veteran diagnosed with traumatic brain injury (TBI) , depression, and anxiety begins new prescriptions for sertraline and lorazepam.In recognition of potential long-term repercussions, the nurse should provide teaching related to which topic?

• A) Nonpharmacologic strategies for managing anxiety
• B) Identifying signs and symptoms of hepatotoxicity
• C) Recognizing evidence of tardive dyskinesia
• D) Strategies for preventing obesity

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Definitions:

Overlap Symptoms

Symptoms that are common to more than one disease or condition, making diagnosis more challenging.

Big Five

A model outlining five broad dimensions of personality traits: openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.

DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, a comprehensive classification of mental disorders by the American Psychiatric Association.

Less Categorical

Pertains to approaches or classifications that are less rigid and more flexible.