Unit III Flashcards

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abuse

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refers to the habitual use of a substance that falls outside of medical necessity or social acceptance and is used for the single purpose of altering one’s mood, emotion or LOC
results in adverse effects to the abuser or others

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addiction

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the 4 C's
compulsive behavior(finding and taking the substance)
cravings
chronic, relapsing brain disorder
cognitive impairment
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DSM-5: substance use disorder

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10 classes of psychoactive substances:
alcohol
caffeine
cannabis
hallucinogen
inhalants
opioids
sedatives, hypnotic or anxiolytics
stimulants
tobacco
other/unknown
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pathological gambling use disorder

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4-6% of gamblers become PG’s
PG and major depression often co-occur
opportunities can double prevalence of PG and problem gamblers
youths(11-19) show 4-7% prevalence rate of problem gambling
internet gambling has increased access to all ages and led to financial ruin

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compulsive shopping and spending

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pattern of chronic, repetitive purchasing that becomes difficult to stop and results in harmful consequences
6% prevalence rate
“high” caused by increase in endorphins and dopamine
coexist in people with mood disorders, substance abuse or eating disorders

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compulsive internet use

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provides high that person needs to feel normal
5-10% are compulsive users
50%+ that are addicted also suffer from other addictions(drugs, sex, alcohol, and smoking)
cyber porn, sexual encounters, internet gambling, auctions, excessive emailing

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compulsive sexual behaviors

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19-24 million Americans
compulsive masturbation
anonymous sex with mult partners
multiple afffairs
computer sex
sexting
co-occurs with other addictive behaviors
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prevalence - alcohol

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Alcohol use disorder- most common
marijuana - most common illicit drug (Wash and Col legal)
club drugs on the rise
prescription drugs - middle school and high school
anabolic-androgenic steroids: 10th-12th grade mostly male
nicotine- most common chemical dependence

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comorbidity

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psychiatric: dual dx of subs abuse and psych disorder
suicide high risk
medical: chronic pain
psoriasis
cardiovascular
respiratory
vessel weakening:aneurysm
diabetes
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3 areas of brain necessary for life - sustaining functions

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brainstem- basic functions(HR, breathing, sleeping)
limbic- reward circuit(pleasure)
cerebral cortex- info processing(seeing, hearing etc.)

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neurobiology

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dopamine regulates pleasure and pain and plays a major role in all addictions
drugs of use affect the limbic system
first time use releases a large amount of dopamine
intense pleasure results
neurons unable to regulate dopamine
dopamine unable to stimulate limbic system
more of a drug is used to increase levels
cycle of tolerance begins
dependence and addiction occurs

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genetic contributions

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account for between 40-60% of vulnerability to addiction

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psychological observations

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people who use 2+ substances simultaneously are more likely to reports an unstable childhood and self-medicate than those who use alcohol alone

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societal and cultural considerations

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if family uses, children more likely
more susceptible to peer pressure if lack close bond with parents
Asian - low prevalence

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alcohol and pregnancy

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negative physical, mental and behavioral consequences
neurotoxic and interferes with ability of fetus to receive O2 and nourishment
FAS: mental retardation, delayed growth and development, facial abnormalities
end of first trimester most vulnerable time for fetus

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nicotine and pregnancy

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twice as likely to have low birth weight
increased risk development issues
congenital abnormalities
resp tract problems
increased risk SIDS
opiates: intrauterine fetal death and infant death, babies addicted at birth
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healthcare reporting

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safety of patients
future ability to practice
physical health
personal relationships
save colleagues professional career or life
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alternative to discipline (ATD) programs

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up to 20% RN’s addicted
students vulnerable
reporting is peer responsibility
clear documentation by co-workers is crucial
intervention is managers and administrators responsibility
if impaired RN stays in situation with no action, move up chain of command

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enabling

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could allow RN to endanger lives
Excused/ignored behaviors
Never told supervisor
Accepted responsibility for unfinished work
Believed there is not a problem
Liked to use drugs or alcohol myself
Exonerated a peer's irresponsible behavior
Defended colleague
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overresponsible/codependent behaviors

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control someone else drug use
covering up
bailing addicted person out of financial or legal problems
making threats
elicit promises for change
walking on eggshells
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intoxication

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transient condition following the admin of alcohol or other psychoactive substance resulting in disturbances in the LOC, cognition, perception, affect or behavior or other psychological functions and responses

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dual dx

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coexistence of a substance use/abuse along with one or more other mental health disorders

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tolerance

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need for higher and higher doses of a substance to achieve the desired effect and or to prevent withdrawal symptoms

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withdrawal

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occurs after a long period of continued use and signifies a physical dependence

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flashbacks
transitory recurrences or perceptual disturbance caused by a persons earlier hallucinogenic drug use occur during persons drug free state visual distortions, time expansion, loss of ego boundaries, and intense emotions reported common in PTSD
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codependence
cluster or behaviors originally identified through research involving the families of alcoholic patients
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synergistic effects
when some drugs taken together, the effect of either or both drugs in intensified or prolonged many deaths come from this
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antagonistic effects
many people combine drugs to weaken or inhibit the effect of one of the drugs
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intoxication assessment - CNS depressants
``` slurred speech incoordination unsteady gait drowsiness decreased BP disinhibition of sexual or aggressive drives impaired judgment impaired social or occupational function impaired attention or memory irritability ```
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CNS depressants
benzo's glutethemide alcohol(ETOH)
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overdose assessment - CNS depressants
``` cardiovascular or respiratory depression or arrest(mostly barbiturates) coma shock convulsions death ```
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OD tx - CNS depressant
``` if awake: keep awake induce vomiting give activated charcoal to aid absorption of drug check VS q 15mins coma: clear airway - intubate IV fluids gastric lavage with activated charcoal check VS frequently seizure precautions possibly perfrom HD or peritoneal dialysis flumazenil (Romazicon) IV ```
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withdrawal assessment - CNS depressant
``` cessation of prolonged heavy use: N/V tachycardia diaphoresis anxiety/irritability tremors in hands, fingers, eyelids marked insomnia grand mal seizures 5-15 years use: delirium ```
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BAL
``` .05% 1-2drinks .08 5-6 drinks .2 10-12 drinks .3 15-19 drinks .4 20-24 drinks .5 25-30 drinks ```
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psychopharmacology to maintain sobriety
disulfiram(antabuse): used after sober for a few months, motivational aid. DO NOT mix with alcohol naltrexone(ReVia, Vivitrol) reduces desired pleasant feelings by blocking endorphins , blocks drug craving acamprosate(Camprol) reducing some of the unpleasant symptoms of abstinence such as anxiety, tension, dysphoria, helps pt abstain topiramate(Topamax) works to decrease alcohol cravings
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alcohol withdrawal delirium drugs - sedatives
benzos: chlordiazepoxide(Librium)- safe withdrawal and anti-convulsant effects diazepam (valium) - anticonvulsant oxazepam(serax) - not metabolized in liver lorazdepam (Ativan) - not metabolized in liver
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alcohol WD drugs - seizure control
carbamazepine (tegretol/Depakote) - reduce symptoms and risk of seizures mag sulfate - increase effect of vit B1 and reduce postwithdrawal seizures thiamine(vit B1) - IM or IV before glucose loading to prevent wernickes encephalopathy
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alcohol WD drugs - alleviation of ANS
beta blockers(propranolol) or alpha blockers(clonidine) - help reduce ANS hyperactivity (tremor, tachy, inc BP, diaphoresis) folic acid - effective in short time mulitvitamins - malabsorption due to heavy long term alcohol abuse
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psychopharmacology opiate addiction
naloxone (narcan) - dramatically reverse the signs of OD. short acting, and must be readministered every few hours nalmefene(revex) - longer half life, less doses, prolonged withdrawal detox first step methadone - long acting opiod, substituted for opioid of addiction and then titrated downward.
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opioid toxicity
coma pinpoint pupils respiratory depression
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methadone maintenance
most effective tx of heroin and other illicit opioids
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opiates
``` morphine heroin codeine fentanyl methadone meperidine ```
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opiate intox effects
``` constricted pupil dec resp dec BP slurred speech drowsiness psychomotor retardation initial:euphoria later: dysphoria impaired: concentration, judgment, memory ```
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opiate withdrawal effects
``` yawning insomnia irritability rhinorrhea panic diaphoresis cramps N/V muscle aches chills and fever lacrimation diarrhea ```
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buprenorphine maintenance(subutex)
similar to methadone maintenance | longer duration of action\
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pharmacologic therapy opioid addiction
methadone(dolophine) - synthetic opiate that blocks craving and effects of heroin L-x-acetylmethadol(LAAM) - alternative to methadone naltrexone(ReVia) - antagonist that blocks the euphoric effects of opioids clonidine(Catapres) - effective somatic tx when combined with naltrexone buprenorphine(Subutex) - blocks the signs and symptoms of opiois withdrawal
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CNS stimulants common signs of stimulant abuse
pupil dilation oronasal dryness excessive motor activity
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examples of CNS stimulants
cocaine/crack methamphetamine caffeine nicotine
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cocaine and crack
``` extracted from the leaf of a coca bush smoked - 4-6seconds for effects; after 5-7 minutes = "high" two main effects - anesthetic - stimulant produce imbalance in neurotransmitters ```
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cocaine and crack withdrawal symptoms
``` depression paranoia lethargy anxiety insomnia N/V sweating chills apathy agitation fatigue craving ```
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methamphetamine use
``` highly addictive neurotoxic effects - destroy dopamine and serotonin visual hallucination delusions paranoia ```
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reduced levels of dopamine
Parkinson-like symptoms occur
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prolong use of methamphetamines
``` cracked teeth skin infections stroke lung disease kidney liver damage birth defects death ```
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marijuana(cannabis)
indian hemp plant which THC is the main/active ingredient usually smoked euphoria, sedation, hallucinations adolescence to young adulthood illegal long term effects: lethargy, anhedonia, diff concentrating, loss of memory
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amotivational syndrome
``` chronic use of cannabis leading to: apathy loss of achievement motivation decrease productivity difficulty with learning and memory impaired concentration lack of personal hygiene preoccupation with drug ```
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rave/club drugs
``` MDMA(Ecstasy) gamma hydroxybutyrate(GBA) - fantasy, GBH, liquid ecstasy, cherry meth, flunitrazepam - rohypnol - date rape bath salts ketamine - date rape ```
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effects of date rape drugs
disinhibition relaxation of voluntary muscles anterograde amnesia
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hallucinogens
lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD or acid) mescaline (peyote) psilocybin (magic mushroom) phenycyclidine piperidine(PCP, angel dust, horse tranquilizer, peace pill)
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hallucinogen intox effects
``` pupil dilation tachy diaphoresis palpitations tremors incoordination elevated temp, pulse, resp fear of going crazy paranoid ideas marked anxiety, depression synesthesia(colors are heard, sounds are seen) depersonalization hallucinations grandiosity ```
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hall OD effects
psychosis brain damage death
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hall. tx
keep in room, low stim 1:1 - reassure and talk down pt speak slow and clear in low voice diazepam or chloral hydrate for anxiety or tension
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inhalants
``` spray paint glue cigarette lighter fluid propellant gases used in aerosols age 13-17 accessable! ```
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assessnents for substance use
history of use medical hx psych hx psychosocial issues
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communication guidelines for SA
address behaviors - dysfunctional anger, manipulation, impulsiveness, grandiosity develop relationship know your own feelings
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assess guidelines for chemically impaired
``` withdrawal symptoms OD that warrants medical attention SI knowledge of pt and family evaluate for physical comlications explore the patients interest in doing something about the problem ```
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further initial assess for SA
``` brain injury BAL psych hx support system coping strategies ```
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relapse prevention strategies
basics: keep program simple at first, review instructions, write down important phone numbers skills: provide CBT to increase coping skills relapse prevention groups: AA, NA enhancement of personal insight: become involved in groups, individual and or family therapy
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SMART(self-management and recovery training
enhance and maintain motivation to abstain coping with urges problem solving lifestyle balance
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recovery paradigm
``` emerges from hope person-driven many pathways holistic supported by peers/allies supported through relationships/social networks culturally based supported by addressing trauma involves individual, family, community based on respect ```
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types of treatment for SA
``` psychotherapy group therapy CBT motivational incentives motivational interviewing 12 step programs - AA, NA SMART residential intensive outpatient outpatient drug free employee assistance ```
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personality
an enduring pattern of perceiving, relating and thinking about the environment the style a person adopts to deal with the world
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personality disorder
personality traits are exaggerated and rigid to the point that they cause dysfunction in their relationships
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4 characteristics PDers share
inflexible and maladaptive responses to stress disability in work and personal relationships difficulty with accurately perceiving and interpreting the world and others around him have inappropriate emotional responses(range and intensity) to stress, happenings in the environment, or interpersonally people with PDs may often have a great deal of difficult with impulse control as well
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prevalence and comorbidity of PDs
9-16% of gen population meet criteria for PD psych pop = 30-50% have co-occurring PD associated with emotional, social and occupational disability do not believe problem exists, rarely enter tx
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theory for PD
genetic neurobiologic: impulsive and aggressive behaviors, affective instability psychological influences: abuse and trauma
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cluster A disorders
the odd, eccentric schizotypal PD paranoid PD schizoid personality
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schizotypal PD
``` pathological personality traits avoid interpersonal relationships unusual beliefs indifferent to the rxns of others in their lives up to 10% commit suicide some develop schizphrenia ```
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paranoid PD
``` not strangers to healthcare system hostile angry irritable injustice collectors pathologically jealous of their partner litigious cranks constantly suspicious and believe others are lying, cheating, exploiting or trying to harm them in some way ```
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schizoid personality
``` eccentric isolated lonely periphery of society content to avoid relationships of even the most superficial nature indifferent to praise or criticism flat emotional coldness interest in mathematics and astronomy ```
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cluster B PDs
``` dramatic, emotional, erratic antisocial PD BPD narcissistic PD histrionic PD ```
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antisocial PD
``` deceit manipulation revenge harm to others with an absence of remorse for hurting others sense of entitlement callousness no restraint on behavior charming, engaging, uncanny with intent to usefor more sadistic purpose ```
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BPD
90% of having another psych disorder and 40% may have two or more frequently raised in families in which they were subjected to constant belittling, devaluation, and invalidation instability of affect marked by unstable and frequent mood changes intense feelings but short lived intense neediness and lack of trust recurrent suicide attempts self-mutilation splitting: can't integrate both positive and negative qualities of an individual into one person
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narcissistic PD
maladaptive social response characterized by person's grandiose sense of personal achievement expect special treatment entitled attention seeking envy others, believing they deserve it more fragile self esteem shallow and superficial manipulation splitting tantrums arrogance with sadistic and paranoid tendencies anorexia nervosa and SA-cocaine highest on list
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histrionic PD traits
manipulate others through their dramatic, charming, flamboyant and sexually seductive behaviors act out: tempers, tears, accusations
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cluster C PD's
anxious, fearful avoidant PD OC PD dependent PD
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avoidant PD
have high levels of anxiety and outward signs of fear and feelings of low self worth hypersensitive to criticism and rejection avoid socialization view self as unappealing unable to feel empathy d/t their own low self worth
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OC PD
preoccupied with orderliness, perfectionism, control, neatness and achievement of perfection cautious rules and details and follow them rigidly unlike OCD: do not display unwanted obsessions or ritualistic behaviors
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dependent PD
believe they are incapable of surviving if left alone intense fear of being alone great risk for anxiety and mood disorders commonly occurs with pt's with gen med condition or disability requiring them to depend on others
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potential for future PD
passive-aggressive traits:
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assessment for PD
primitive defenses: ABCD
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Abcd - affects
unmodulated: rage, envy, shame
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aBcd - behaviors
``` attacking clinging lying indentity: violation, diffusion/boundary impulsivity passive aggression/masochism irrationality selfishness cruelty suicide ```
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abCd- cognitions
``` vague self good/bad split entitlement/need = want wish is reality no = yes selective perception self as empty ```
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abcD - defenses
``` splitting dissociation psychotic denial primitive idealization omnipotence/devaluation projective identification ```
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PD assessment guidelines
assess for suicidal or homicidal thoughts medical disorder? personality functioning within ethnic, cultural and social background loss? evaluate for change in personality be aware of strong/negative feelings
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self care for nurses (PD)
may feel confused, helpless, angry, and frustrated practice self health management acknowledge and accept own emotional responses attempt to ensure personal well being
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teamwork and collaboration with manipulative pt
frequent communication among staff set limits on pt behavior all staff should consistently enforce limits provide necessary support when behavior starts to affect confidence, feelings, behaviors, and effectiveness of staff assess own reactions have discussions with peers
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outcome identification (PD)
minimize self destructive or aggressive behavior reduce effect of manipulating behaviors link consequences to functional as well as dysfunctional behaviors practice substitution of functional alternatives during a crisis initiate functional alternatives to prevent a crisis practice ongoing management or anger, anxiety, shame and happiness create lifestyle that prevents regression
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communication guidelines (PD)
limit setting trustworthiness manipulations management authenticity with own natural style
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psychotherapy for PD
psychodynamic CBT dialectical BT - stabilize pt, behavioral control, regulate emotions STEPPS - systems training for emotional predictability and problem solving
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interventions for manipulation
``` assess before labeling set limits objectively document behaviors provide clear boundaries and consequences enforce consequences avoid: discussing self or other staff secret keeping(or promise) accepting gifts doing special favors ```
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interventions for impulsive behavior
identify and discuss what proceeds impulsive acts explore effects on self and others recognize cues identify triggers discuss alternative behaviors teach or refer pt for coping skills training
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pharmacologic therapy - PD
no meds specifically. treat symptoms benzos (maintenance dosing) for anxiety are not appropriate because of the potential for abuse and OD, emergent only meds with low toxicity are appropriate
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med tx for PD
SSRI's - treat co-morbid depression and panic attacks trazodone and venlafaxine - low toxicity in OD carbamazepine - targets impulsivity and self harm lithium, anticonvulsants, SSRI's - minimize aggression atypical antipsychotics - help with psychotic features
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cognitive distortion
people with eating disorders have cognitive distortions that are the result of processing errors in the brain determining which distortions were present before the ED and which ones are the result of semistarvation is important EDs connected to underlying emotions of: anxiety, dysphoria, low self esteem and feelings of lack of control
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anorexia nervosa
intense irrational feelings about their shape and weight and they engage in self starvation, express intense fear of gaining weight and have a disturbance in self evaluation of weight and its importance two types: food restriction vs binging and purging
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bulimia nervosa
repeated episodes of binge eating followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviors such as self induced vomiting, misuse of laxatives, diuretics, fasting or excessive exercise
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binge eating disorder
individuals engage in repeated episodes of binge eating, consuming large amounts of calories, after which they experience significant distress
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prevalence and comorbidity
``` anorexia women 1%, men 0.3% bulimia women 1.5%, men 0.5% female athletes have higher incidence anorexia onset = early to middle adolescence bulimia onset = late adolescence intermittent and chronic in nature almost always comorbid with psych illnesses up to 1/3 of deaths r/t EDs are suicide binge eating women 1.6%, men 0.8% ```
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ED theory
neurobiologic and neuroendocrine model - abnormalities caused by ED or they cause ED genetic model = moderately heritable, female with hx 12 times more likely psychological model - low self esteem and self doubt about self worth
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BMI - healthy
19-25
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anorexia clinical picture
``` terror of gaining weight preoccupation with thoughts of food view of self as fat even when emaciated peculiar handling of food possible rigorous exercise possible self induced vomiting, diuretics, laxative judges self worth by weight control of food gives power ```
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bulimia clinical picture
``` binge eating behaviors often self induced vomiting, laxative, diuretics, after bingeing hx of anorexia in 1/4-1/3 of pts depressive signs and symptoms inc levels of anxiety and compulsivity possible chemical dependency possible impulsive stealing ```
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med complications from anorexia
``` bradycardia orthostatics murmur sudden cardiac arrest - electrolyte imbalance prolonged QT interval acrocyanosis symptomatic hypotension leukopenia lymphocytosis carotenemia hypokalemic alkalosis electrolyte imbalance OP amenorrhea abnormal thyroid function hematuria proteinuria ```
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med complications from bulimia
``` cardiomyopathy dysrhythmias sinus brady sudden cardiac arrest orthostatics murmur elect imbalances hypochloremia hypokalemia dehydration severe attrition and erosion of teeth loss of dental arch diminished chewing ability parotid gland enlargement abd pain Russell's sign - callus on knuckles ```
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criteria for hospital admission - ED's
``` weight loss more than 30% over 6mos rapid decline in weight inability to gain weight with outpt tx severe hypothermia HR less than 40bpm systolic BP less than 70 hypokalemia ECG changes ```
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criteria for psych admission - ED's
suicidal or severely irrepressible, self-mutilating behaviors uncontrollable use of laxatives, emetics, diuretics, street drugs failure to comply with tx contract severe depression psychosis family crisis or dysfunction
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apply knowledge of pt needs during assess - anorexia
``` emotional/physical difficulites SI? VS, elctrolytes strict weight protocol monitor during meals assess strengths ```
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anorexia acute care
``` ICU coronary care ED units crisis state counseling med management ```
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cognitive distortions r/t ED's
``` overgeneralization all or nothing thinking catastrophizing personalization emotional reasoning ```
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anorexia long term care
chronic illness possible long term tx individual, group and family therapy
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EBP for pts with ED
``` milieu therapy health teaching and promotion psychotherapy CBT and DBT psychodynamic therapy group and family therapy ```
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bulimia acute care
``` inpatient CBT effective binge/purge cycle interrupted eating habits normalized distortions examined co-morbid depression and SA are treated ```
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bulimia long term care
on d/c pt referred for solidifying goals and address attitudes and perceptions that maintain ED pt and family benefit from connecting with the national network psychotherapy is performed
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BED
now recognized as disorder with DSM-5 high rates of mood disorders soothing and helps regulate mood dieting antecedent
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tx for BED
modification improve depressive symptoms achieve appropriate weight
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pharmacologic tx for ED's
Olanzapine(Zyprexa) - second gen antipsychotic = affects weight gain and improves cognition and body image fluoxetine(Prozac) - SSRI = shown mixed results in maintaining weight and preventing relapse
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violence
difficult to handle arouse strong feelings prevalent among all ethnic, religious, age and social and socioeconomic groups domestic violence occurs anywhere more visible DV in lower socioeconomic areas
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indicators for family violence
recurrent ED visits for injuries attributed to being accident prone presenting problems reflecting high anxiety and chronic stress: ``` hyperventilation panic attacks GI upset HTN physical injury depression ``` stress related conditions: ``` insomnia violent nightmares anxiety extreme fatigue eczema loss of hair ```
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theory for violence
social learning theory societal and cultural factors psychological factors
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psychologic factors - violence
``` low self esteem poor problem solving hx of impulsive behavior hypersensitivity narcissistic PD immature poor coping skills ```
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intimate partner violence - IPV
pattern of assault and course of behaviors that may include physical injury, psychological abuse, sexual assault, progressive social isolation, stalking, deprivation, intimidation, threats any race, economic status, religion, educational background any age, married, single, divorced or never married
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IPV info
number one cause of ED visits by women underreported 25-37% of all women experience battering prevalence of DV by women against men is increasing LGBT leading cause of homelessness among women
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teen dating violence - TDV
25-33% adolescents report 1/11 victims boys and girls equally
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TDV info
abusive relationship is all about instilling fear and wanting to have power and control depression, PTSD, anxiety disorders and SI may follow
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long reaching effects of IPV
children of homes are 30-60% more likely to be abused | children more likely to imitate actions seen
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characteristics of the battered partner
``` doesn't ask for it lives in terror doesn't initiate feelings of powerlessness loses sense of self remains secret about 93% of women who kill spouse have been battered by them high risk of secret alcohol or drug abuse contemplates suicide may complete suicide contemplates homicide, occasionally completes frequently loses job ```
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characteristics of the batterer
``` denial and blame emotional abuse control through isolation control through intimidation control through economic abuse control through power violence learned frequently from abusive homes low sense of self, poor impulse control, limited tolerance to frustration no guilt lack concern over their aggressiveness ```
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cycle of violence
tension building serious battering honeymoon
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why they stay
``` financial support isolation afraid to be alone low self esteem depression sake of children positive reinforcement during honeymoon phase ```
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assessment of violence
``` ED's injury match explanation? complete physical hx, xray study rape may be part of it burns, bruises, scars, other wounds around neck and head internal injuries broken bones cigarette burns acids, scalding, liquids, appliances burns ```
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psychologic/emotional scars
``` anxiety stress insomnia chest pain back pain dizziness GI upset HA PTSD ```
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three questions - IPV
1. have you been hit, kicked, punched or otherwise hurt by someone within the last year. if so, by whom? 2. do you feel safe in current relationship? 3. is there a partner from a previous relationship who is making you feel unsafe now?
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IPV assess
always ask about children assess support systems document verbal statements ask if you can take photographs
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forensic issues
pressing charges? call local authorities if not, provide list of resources : hotlines, shelters, womens groups,
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IPV safety plan
``` more than one exit in room avoid knives, like kitchen quickest route out of the workplace tell neighbors have a code word to use safe place in case you have to leave pack a bag include legal documents ```
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sexual assault
act of violence, power hate but not sex
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sexual violence is r/t
teen pregnancy STD's HIV
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SA and SV include
``` rape date rape acquaintance rape gang rape marital or partner rape sexual molestation incest statutory rape sexual assault of older adults ```
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survivor
someone who has experienced a sexual assault and worked through many of the issues and moving forward
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victim
identifies a person who has experienced a sexual assault and can become a survivor with time, intervention and/or counseling
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SV definition
applies to all survivors who do not consent or who are unable to consent or refuse to all the act of: 1. completed nonconsensual sexual act 2. attempted sexual act, but not completed 3. abusive sexual contact 4. noncontact sexual abuse
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child stats of SV
1/3 girls and 1/6 boys molested 75% from a family member 30% reported were from 4-7 years of age
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rape
legal tern vs medical dx varies from state to state date rape is a form of acquaintance rape, but victim agreed to spend time with attacker rape should be considered a criminal act with long term medical, psychologic, legal and social problems
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rape - legal
reporting is not mandated unless with minor or older adult survivor must make decision healthcare worker offer support, info and forensic evidence
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the perp
biological factors: neurotransmitter alterations psychosocial factors: psychopath and PD's, antisocial most prevalent, report hx of sexual assault as children impulsive hostile towards women gang members
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pharmacology for rape
benzo's may help with acute anxiety and agitation after trauma SSRI - symptoms of PTSD evaluate signs of hyperarousal, agitation, insomnia, depression, and panic attacks
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psychotherapy for rapes
crisis counseling group therapy safe houses
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therapy for rapists
change in thinking and behavior needs to be undertaken to effect change most do not acknowledge the need for change no single method has been found to be totally effective