After Being Bitten by an Unknown Insect, a Patient Allergic

question 5

Multiple Choice

After being bitten by an unknown insect, a patient allergic to wasp stings is brought to a clinic by a co-worker. Upon arrival the patient is anxious and having difficulty breathing. The first action by the nurse is to

• A) administer high-flow oxygen.
• B) maintain the patient's airway.
• C) remove the stinger from the site.
• D) have the patient lie down.

Examine critical perspectives on the DSM and discuss alternatives or supplements to its approach.

Understand different theoretical approaches to the explanation and treatment of psychological disorders (e.g., sociocultural, psychological, biological).

Recognize the impact of sociocultural factors on the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders.

Describe the medical model in the context of psychological disorders.

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Definitions:

Anti-bureaucratic Agenda

A political stance or policy objective aimed at reducing the size, influence, or power of government bureaucracies and the administrative agencies and regulations they enforce.

Regulatory Policy

Rules or guidelines issued by government agencies aimed at controlling or influencing the behavior of individuals and organizations.

Indirect Influence

The effect on individuals or processes that is not directly imposed but occurs through secondary or less obvious channels.

Federal Bureaucracy

The collection of government agencies and institutions that implement and administer federal laws and programs.