Module T - W Flashcards
(53 cards)
condition vs disease
state of being diseased vs. body is ill
what is aphasia
cannot speak
dementia definition
chronic, progressive condition marked by multiple cognitive deficits
alzheimer’s is caused by
clumps of protein referred to as tangles in the brain
signs of stage 3 Alzheimer’s mild decline
mild memory difficulties
stage 5 Alzheimer’s signs moderately severe decline
significant confusion but still can be independent. doesn’t remember the telephone number or address
final stage of alzheimer’s stage 7
nearing death, practically dead can barley swallow talk move
delirium
sudden states of confusion and hysteria
delirium can be ______
deadly
what is sundowning
increased agitation, confusion, and hyperactivity that begins in the late afternoon and builds throughout the evening (think of a baby)
behavior is a response to a ____
need
sundowning is a efffect of ___
dementia
6 causes of mental illness
physical factors (like chemical imbalances), weak relationships, trauma, inherited traits, and disability to cope
a manic episode of bipolar disease is simply
extreme activity
when dealing with mentally ill patients, keep weight ___
evenly balanced
maintain distance of _____ when speaking with mentally ill
two arms
keep hands ____ when speaking with mentally ill
open and out
minimize _____ such as _____ when dealing with mentally ill
body movements, fidgeting
refrain from _____ finger with mentally ill
pointing
refrain from ____ mentally ill
touching
great _____ is the key to de-escalation
day to day relationships
how long does acute pain last
few hours up to six months
acute pain comes _____
suddenly as a result of injury, inflammation, or disease
acute pain goes away when
the healing process completes
