A Nurse Is Performing an Initial Admission Assessment on a Patient

question 9

Multiple Choice

A nurse is performing an initial admission assessment on a patient. The patient states that she takes an herb named feverfew. The nurse recognizes that feverfew is used to treat

• A) Insomnia.
• B) Migraine headaches.
• C) Hypercholesterolemia.
• D) Irritable bowel syndrome.

Comprehend historical and diagnostic evolution of schizophrenia including the contributions of significant psychiatrists.

Understand the primary goal of life according to Rogers and the concept of fulfilling one's inborn capacities.

Comprehend the structure and facets of the Big Five personality traits.

Recognize the historical effort in cataloging personality traits, how traits are assessed, and their descriptive nature.

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Definitions:

Dementia

Severe impairment in intellectual capacity and personality, often due to damage to the brain.

Senior Moment

A colloquial term referring to the temporary memory lapses that can occur with aging.

Temporary Amnesia

A short-term loss of memory, often resulting from stress, trauma, or other psychological factors.

Psychosocial Conflict

Internal or interpersonal struggles rooted in psychological and social factors.