After Rick Was Hospitalized for Almost Two Months for a Severe

question 102

Multiple Choice

After Rick was hospitalized for almost two months for a severe episode of schizophrenia, it was apparent that he was not responding to Thorazine, Stelazine, or any of the other typical antipsychotic medications. The psychiatrist suggested to Rick's family that Rick's symptoms might improve if:

• A)a series of ECT treatments was implemented.
• B)one of the new atypical antipsychotics were tried, such as clozapine or risperidone.
• C)a new experimental treatment called vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) was tried.
• D)lithium or Depakote was used instead of a typical antipsychotic medication.

Explain the significance of discriminative stimuli and how they influence behavior.

Understand the process and purpose of shaping in behavior modification.

Comprehend the law of effect and its implications for learning and behavior.

Recognize the role of reinforcements (positive and negative) in increasing the likelihood of a behavior.

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Definitions:

Family Nursing

Refers to those relational practices that involve family members in care

Psychosocial Aspects

Relates to the interrelation of social factors and individual thought and behavior, often considered when assessing health outcomes and treatments.

Wellness Care

Healthcare focused on maintaining or improving health and preventing illness through lifestyle choices, regular checkups, and screenings.

Illness Narrative

The personal story or account of an individual's experience living with, understanding, and coping with illness or disease.