Psychosocial

Question 1

psychological aspects

Answer 1

emotions, thoughts, attitudes, motivation, behavior

Question 2

social aspects

Answer 2

relationships, living arrangements, identity, interactions w/ environments

Question 3

Psychosocial approach incorporates a person’s:

Answer 3

mental state and social surrounding to understand their influence on physical and mental health outcome

Question 4

stress

Answer 4

physical or psychological response to an environmental event

Question 5

when does stress arise

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when demands exceed the individual’s capacity to cope

Question 6

Positive role of stress

Answer 6

stimulate growth and development when managed effectively

Question 7

GAS theory

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General adaptation syndrome theory

Question 8

GAS theory stages

Answer 8

alarm reaction
resistance
exhaustion

Question 9

GAS theory alarm reaction

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initial response “call to arms”

Question 10

GAS theory resistance

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body adapts and resists stressors

Question 11

GAS theory exhaustion

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body’s ability to cope diminishes

Question 12

What stages do people go through to respond to all demands of life?

Answer 12

1st & 2nd

Question 13

Flight or Fight response

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decrease in GI metabolism, immune function
increase in BP, HR, RR

Question 14

hormone pathway for fightnor flight

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hypothalamus->pituitary->adrenal glands->cortisol release

Question 15

signs of alarm reaction

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fight or flight

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signs of resistance

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irritability, frustration, poor concentration

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signs of exhaustion

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fatigue, burnout, depression, anxiety, decreased stress tolerance

Question 18

Acute Sx of stress

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irritability, anxiety, heart pounding, dry mouth, emotional instability, migraines, bruxism

Question 19

Chronic Sx of stress
Cardiovascular

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hypertension, cholesterol imbalance, CVA

Question 20

Chronic Sx of stress
GI

Answer 20

Ulcers, colitis

Question 21

Chronic Sx of stress Respiratory

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asthma

Question 22

Chronic Sx of stress
Endocrine

Answer 22

pre-diabetic stacks

Question 23

Chronic Sx of stress
Immune and Oncological

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Herpes, exacerbation of MS or RA

Question 24

disability

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loss or limitation in performing socially expected roles

Question 25

adaptation

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evolving, dynamic process to reach optimal function within one's environment

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phases of adaptation

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shock, anxiety, denial, depression, anger, acknowledgement, adjustment

Question 27

Adaptation theory 1

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adaptation occurs as a set of independent behavior

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Adaptation theory 2

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Adaptation occurs as progressive psychological phases

Question 29

PTSD

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anxiety related disorder following a traumatic event

Question 30

Triple vulnerability model

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biological predisposition general psychological vulnerability specific psychological associations

Question 31

symptoms of re-experiencing

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nightmares, flashbacks

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symptoms of avoidance

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numbing of emotions, detachment from memories, emotions, places, activities feeling strong guilt

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symptoms of hyperarousal

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insomnia, anger, exaggerated startle response, anxiety

Question 34

PTSD management and treatment

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behavior therapy relaxation technique re-engagement in meaningful activities

Question 35

emphasis on the therapeutic alliance triangle

Answer 35

patient caregivers team