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The Patient's Wife Is Confused About the Scheduling of a Stent

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The patient's wife is confused about the scheduling of a stent insertion.She says that she thought the angioplasty was surgery to fix her husband's heart problem.The nurse explains to her:


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DSM-5

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, which is a standardized classification of mental disorders used by mental health professionals in the United States.

Gambling Disorder

A disorder marked by persistent and recurrent gambling behavior, leading to a range of life problems.

Addictive Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by compulsive engagement in rewarding stimuli, despite adverse consequences.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by excessive, uncontrollable worry about daily activities, often accompanied by physical symptoms.

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