Asked by Crista Naval on May 16, 2024
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A trauma survivor is requesting sleep medication because of "bad dreams." Concerned about PTSD,the nurse would ask which of the following?
A) "Are you reliving your trauma?"
B) "Are you having chest pain?"
C) "Can you describe your phobias?"
D) "Can you tell me when you wake up?"
PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, leading to severe anxiety, flashbacks, and uncontrollable thoughts.
Sleep Medication
Medicines prescribed to help individuals fall asleep or stay asleep, used in the treatment of various sleep disorders.
Trauma Survivor
An individual who has experienced and lived through a severely distressing or disturbing event.
- Recognize and address the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize and address the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
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