Acute Stress Disorder Differs from PTSD in That the Symptoms

question 37

Multiple Choice

Acute stress disorder differs from PTSD in that the symptoms

• A)are more severe.
• B)last longer.
• C)last only a short period of time.
• D)are hard to define.

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Definitions:

Palliative Care Competencies

The essential skills and knowledge required for healthcare professionals to provide compassionate and effective care to patients with life-limiting illnesses.

Difficult Conversations

Dialogues that are challenging due to the sensitive, controversial, or emotional subject matter involved, often requiring careful navigation and communication skills.

Terminal Diagnosis

A medical prognosis indicating that an illness or disease will likely lead to the patient's death within a short period.

Stressful Life Events

Stressful life events are significant occurrences that can cause psychological stress, potentially impacting an individual's mental and physical health.