Which of the Following Most Strongly Predicts Who Will Develop

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following most strongly predicts who will develop PTSD?​

• A)Almost anyone who endures a traumatic event develops PTSD.
• B)​Only people with more severe stressful events develop PTSD.
• C)​People who had previous emotional difficulties are more likely to develop PTSD.
• D)​People who failed to talk to a therapist soon after the event are likely to develop PTSD.

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Definitions:

Subjective Data

Information gathered from patient statements regarding their feelings, perceptions, and symptoms, as opposed to objective data which is observable and measurable.

Focused Assessment

A targeted form of assessment that healthcare providers use to evaluate a specific issue, symptom, or system of the body, in contrast to a comprehensive assessment.

White Blood Cell Count

A measurement indicating the number of white blood cells in a volume of blood, critical for diagnosing and monitoring diseases and infections.

Patient Feels

Refers to the subjective experiences of sensations, emotions, or physical states that a patient reports, important for diagnosing and treating conditions.