A Nurse Wants to Find a Description of Diagnostic Criteria

question 25

Multiple Choice

A nurse wants to find a description of diagnostic criteria for anxiety disorders.Which resource would have the most complete information?

• A) Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC)
• B) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5)
• C) The ANA's Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice
• D) International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10)

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Definitions:

Information Overload

The state of being overwhelmed by the amount of information one receives, making it difficult to process, understand, or make decisions.

Moderately High Information Richness

Refers to communication mediums or messages that have a high level of detail and can convey complex information effectively, though not at the highest possible level of richness.

Work Stress

The adverse reaction people have to excessive pressures or other types of demand placed on them at work, leading to physical and emotional stress.

Mum Effect

The tendency of people to withhold negative or undesirable information to avoid uncomfortable situations or negative consequences.