N322 exam 2 mental health - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

What are the early signs of lithium toxicity? - Answer Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, thirst, polyuria, slurred speech, muscle weakness What are interventions for acute mania? - Answer Maintain low level of stimuli in patient environment, provide frequent high-calorie foods, and provide frequent rest periods Appropriate mood, speech, and dress - Answer What are expected outcomes for bipolar patient? What are advanced signs of lithium toxicity? - Answer Coarse hand tremors, persistent GI up...

A mature, professional couple plans a large wedding in a city 100 miles from their home. Which response is most likely to be associated with this experience? A. Distress B. Eustress C. Acute stress D. Depersonalization -ANSWER B. Eustress A college student has been experiencing significant stress associated with academic demands. Last month, the student began attending yoga sessions three times a week. Which outcome indicates this activity has been successful? A. The student reports ...