mood disorder Flashcards
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depression is secondary only to…
hypertension
are men or women more likely to have depression
women
what is the youngest age depression has been diagnosed
3 years old
what neurotransmitters are associated with depression
serotonin, norepinephrine, dopamine
what is becks cognitive triad
- negative, self-deprecating view of self
- pessimistic view of the world
- belief that negative reinforcement will continue
what is the stress-diathesis model of depression factors
learned helplessness and cultural considerations
Environmental, interpersonal, life events combined with biologial predisposition, psychological stressors that trigger brain changes
what is diathesis biological model
genetic, biochemical, alterations in hormonal regulation from biological predisposition
what are the subtypes observed in major depressive disorder
Psychotic features Melancholic features Atypical features Catatonic features Postpartum onset Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
what are some things someone with grief will experience
- Sadness, despair, mourning
- Fatigue or low energy
- Tears
- Loss of appetite
- Poor sleep
- Poor concentration
- Happy and sad memories
- Mild feelings of guilt
what are some things someone will MDD will experience
- Worthlessness
- Exaggerated guilt
- Suicidal thoughts
- Low self-esteem
- Powerlessness
- Helplessness
- Agitation
- Loss of interest in pleasurable activities
- Exaggerated fatigue
what are the 5 types of loss and grief
uncomplicated, acute, anticipatory, disenfranchised, and complicated or maladaptive grief
What are the 5 kubler ross stages of grief
- denial
- anger
- bargaining
- depression
- acceptance
what are worden tasks of mourning
- accept reality of loss
- process the pain of grief while caring for self
- adjust to the world without the deceased
- find an enduring connection with the deceased while embarking on a new life
how long do symptoms need to be present to be diagnosed with PDD
2 years or more
is MDD or PDD worse
MDD is worse
what does PDD stand for
persistent depressive disorder
what are these tools: becks inventory, hamilton, and zung used for
depression
what are the key assessment findings for depression (feelings)
anergia, low self esteem, guilt, worthlessness, helpless/hopelessness
what is the assessment tool used for suicide potential
SAFE-t
ALWAYS used
What things will you look for when assessing someone for depression
impairment in thought process- concentration, decisions and judgement
avoiding contact with others
what areas do you need to assess for suicide potential
Mood
Anhedonia (inability to experience pleasure)
Anergia (lack of energy)
Anxiety
Feelings of:
Worthlessness, guilt, helplessness, and hopelessness
Anger and irritability
what are the communication considerations for a depressed patient
- Person with depression may speak and comprehend very slowly.
- extreme depression a person may be mute
- sitting with a patient is a valuable intervention
what are some nursing interventions for depressed patients
Be present. Listen.
Assess for suicide risk
Form a trusting therapeutic relationship
Encourage patient to question negative assumptions and beliefs about self.
Encourage activities to raise self esteem
Encourage formation of supportive relationships
what physical symptoms may a depressed patient show
anorexia, insomnia, self care deficits and constipation