Which Statement Shows That the EMT Has an Accurate Understanding

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which statement shows that the EMT has an accurate understanding of altered mental status?

• A) "It describes any change away from a normal state of mental function."
• B) "It applies only when the patient is not responsive to verbal or painful stimuli."
• C) "It should only be suspected when the patient is on medications that can cause confusion."
• D) "It is any mental state for a person with diabetes or other serious chronic disease."

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Definitions:

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by excessive and persistent worry about various aspects of life, not tied to any specific threat.

Nightmares

Disturbing dreams that cause the dreamer to feel a range of unsettling emotions, such as anxiety or fear, upon waking.

Sleep Difficulty

Challenges in falling asleep or staying asleep, often affecting an individual's overall health and well-being.

Major Depressive Disorder

A mood disorder defined by ceaseless feelings of sadness or lack of interest in engaging in daily activities, profoundly affecting everyday life functionality.