Asked by Patricia Hollingsworth on Apr 30, 2024
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A woman who was sexually assaulted a month ago presents to the emergency department with reports of recurrent nightmares, fear of going to sleep, repeated vivid memories of the sexual assault, and inability to feel much emotion. Which medical problem will the nurse expect to see documented in the chart?
A) General adaptation syndrome
B) Post-traumatic stress disorder
C) Acute stress disorder
D) Alarm reaction
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, characterized by flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.
Sexual Assault
An act in which a person intentionally sexually touches another person without that person's consent, or coerces or physically forces a person to engage in a sexual act against their will.
Recurrent Nightmares
Repeatedly occurring distressing and vivid dreams that cause significant psychological distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.
- Adopt proper techniques for managing stress and its related syndromes.
Verified Answer
JE
Jessica EddingtonMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Post-traumatic stress disorder is characterized by vivid recollections of the traumatic event and emotional detachment and often is accompanied by nightmares. General adaptation syndrome is the expected reaction to a major stressor. Acute stress disorder is a similar diagnosis that differs from PTSD in duration of symptoms. Alarm reaction involves physiological events such as increased activation of the sympathetic nervous system that would have occurred at the time of the sexual assault.
Learning Objectives
- Adopt proper techniques for managing stress and its related syndromes.