Neuroscience and Mental Health

Disassociation diseases?

Disassociation diseases?

For those with disassociation type diseases that experience "derealization" is there fMRA evidence showing why this happens? Do they know what activities in the brain make things seem less real?

CarbonRobot   187   N/A

CarbonRobot

When assessing a client with depression, the client states, I just feel so sad and hopeless. I just ...

When assessing a client with depression, the client states, I just feel so sad and hopeless. I just ...

When assessing a client with depression, the client states, I just feel so sad and hopeless. I just don't care anymore. I don't even enjoy doing the crossword puzzles like I used to.
 
   The nurse documents this finding as indic

baruch007   991   4 Replies

CarbonRobot

A teen is brought to the emergency room by a parent. The assessment reveals that the client has been ...

A teen is brought to the emergency room by a parent. The assessment reveals that the client has been ...

A teen is brought to the emergency room by a parent. The assessment reveals that the client has been acting strangely for the past three hours and is hypervigilant, grandiose, and irritable.
 
  Vital signs indicate hypertension,

jrhr9   208   2 Replies

Ben Domalaon

A patient with a new diagnosis of cancer says, My father died of pancreatic cancer. I took care of ...

A patient with a new diagnosis of cancer says, My father died of pancreatic cancer. I took care of ...

A patient with a new diagnosis of cancer says, My father died of pancreatic cancer. I took care of him during his illness, so I know what is ahead for me.. Which nursing diagnosis applies?
 
  a. Anticipatory grieving
 

Diego98   208   2 Replies

Kirandeep Toor

A patient admitted to an alcoholism rehabilitation program tells the nurse, I'm actually just a ...

A patient admitted to an alcoholism rehabilitation program tells the nurse, I'm actually just a ...

A patient admitted to an alcoholism rehabilitation program tells the nurse, I'm actually just a social drinker. I usually have a drink at lunch, two in the afternoon, wine with dinner, and a few drinks during the evening.
 
  The

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Ivan Huang

A physically and emotionally healthy client has just been fired. During a routine office visit he ...

A physically and emotionally healthy client has just been fired. During a routine office visit he ...

A physically and emotionally healthy client has just been fired. During a routine office visit he states to a nurse: Perhaps this was the best thing to happen. Maybe I'll look into pursuing an art degree.
 
  How should the nurse

mynekaowens11   176   2 Replies

cloveb

The iliotibial tract is the conjoint distal aponeurotic attachment of which of the following pairs ...

The iliotibial tract is the conjoint distal aponeurotic attachment of which of the following pairs ...

The iliotibial tract is the conjoint distal aponeurotic attachment of which of the following pairs of muscles?
 
  A) gluteus medius and minimus
  B) gluteus medius and maximus
  C) gluteus maximus and the ten

haileyrasmussen   406   3 Replies

Nathania Joseph

Select the priority outcome for a patient completing the fourth alcohol-detoxification program in ...

Select the priority outcome for a patient completing the fourth alcohol-detoxification program in ...

Select the priority outcome for a patient completing the fourth alcohol-detoxification program in the past year. Prior to discharge, the patient will:
 
  a. state, I know I need long-term treatment.
  b. use denial an

johnyyyman3   157   2 Replies

Lovedeep Dhaliwal

During a therapy session, a client with anorexia tells the nurse, I measured my thighs today. They ...

During a therapy session, a client with anorexia tells the nurse, I measured my thighs today. They ...

During a therapy session, a client with anorexia tells the nurse, I measured my thighs today. They are a quarter-inch larger than they were yesterday. I feel like a pig; I'm so fat.
 
  Which of the following potential responses

Craig   1723   7 Replies

Zaviyah Teague

A new patient beginning an alcoholism rehabilitation program says, I'm just a social drinker. I ...

A new patient beginning an alcoholism rehabilitation program says, I'm just a social drinker. I ...

A new patient beginning an alcoholism rehabilitation program says, I'm just a social drinker. I usually have one drink at lunch, two in the afternoon, wine at dinner, and a few drinks during the evening..
 
  Select the nurse's m

dudeamerica   187   2 Replies

Rachel Jackson

A woman comes in a psychiatric office and tells a nurse, Well, I've arrived. Can you put me ahead ...

A woman comes in a psychiatric office and tells a nurse, Well, I've arrived. Can you put me ahead ...

A woman comes in a psychiatric office and tells a nurse, Well, I've arrived. Can you put me ahead of these other people? I am in a real hurry and have things to do. Which diagnosis should the nurse anticipate?
 
  A) Obsessivecom

lsmith12345   253   2 Replies

Erin Kemp

A patient with degenerative arthritis complains, For the past month I have been having a lot of ...

A patient with degenerative arthritis complains, For the past month I have been having a lot of ...

A patient with degenerative arthritis complains, For the past month I have been having a lot of trouble sleeping. I cannot seem to fall asleep. When I finally do get to sleep, I wake up over and over during the night..
 
  Which

lsacar69   278   2 Replies

asfsdfdfgfd

A woman said, I can't take anymore Last year my husband had an affair, and now we don't ...

A woman said, I can't take anymore Last year my husband had an affair, and now we don't ...

A woman said, I can't take anymore Last year my husband had an affair, and now we don't communicate. Three months ago, I found a lump in my breast. Yesterday my daughter said she's quitting college. What is the nurse's priority assessment?
 

aussie6157   209   2 Replies

Courtney Buchanan

A patient has been admitted in an acute psychotic state after ingesting PCP. The nurse has not been ...

A patient has been admitted in an acute psychotic state after ingesting PCP. The nurse has not been ...

A patient has been admitted in an acute psychotic state after ingesting PCP. The nurse has not been able to administer the prescribed dose of benzodiazepine because of the patient's aggressive behavior.
 
  The most appropriate i

nickey22   232   3 Replies

jamesK

Which nursing diagnosis is universally applicable for children diagnosed with autism spectrum ...

Which nursing diagnosis is universally applicable for children diagnosed with autism spectrum ...

Which nursing diagnosis is universally applicable for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders?
 
  a. Impaired social interaction related to difficulty relating to others
  b. Chronic low self-esteem related t

Raya   143   2 Replies

ciara calhoun

Which of the following disorders is more likely to be a precursor of conduct disorder?

Which of the following disorders is more likely to be a precursor of conduct disorder?

Which of the following disorders is more likely to be a precursor of conduct disorder?
 
  a. antisocial personality disorder
  b. borderline personality disorder
  c. oppositional defiant disorder
 

wo.ksenya   170   2 Replies

Lesley Trejo

A patient tells the nurse, Air Force jets flying overhead are looking for me. They want to capture ...

A patient tells the nurse, Air Force jets flying overhead are looking for me. They want to capture ...

A patient tells the nurse, Air Force jets flying overhead are looking for me. They want to capture me. The patient has not previously verbalized this information. The nurse's initial interventions should
 
  a. set firm limits on

aedward9   193   2 Replies

Ryonn Doan

GABA's Purposes.

GABA's Purposes.

It's my understanding that the neurotransmitter GABA is basically the brakes for all other neurotransmitters. The thing that makes most anxiety meds work and that keeps us from having seizures (granted too much can do the same). What else does i

CarbonRobot   207   4 Replies

duddy

A patient in a support group says, I'm tired of being sick. Everyone always helps me, but I will be ...

A patient in a support group says, I'm tired of being sick. Everyone always helps me, but I will be ...

A patient in a support group says, I'm tired of being sick. Everyone always helps me, but I will be glad when I can help someone else. This statement reflects:
 
  a. altruism.
  b. universality.
  c. cohesi

jgrou0811   152   2 Replies

Brooke Rassel

6 short essay format questions for Clinical Neuropsychology Exam. Could someone help answer please?

6 short essay format questions for Clinical Neuropsychology Exam. Could someone help answer please?

I attached a document with 6 questions from my Clinical Neuropsychology Exam. Could someone please help answer them? Any help is much appreciated!!

Thank you!

mas25   125   1 Reply

bio_man

A manic client has been diagnosed as a rapid cycler.. The psychiatrist decides to prescribe an ...

A manic client has been diagnosed as a rapid cycler.. The psychiatrist decides to prescribe an ...

A manic client has been diagnosed as a rapid cycler.. The psychiatrist decides to prescribe an
  anticonvulsant medication that has been found to have mood-stabilizing properties.
 
  To prepare
  health tea

zackseph   268   3 Replies

Lexie Elandt

Which child shows behaviors indicative of mental illness?

Which child shows behaviors indicative of mental illness?

Which child shows behaviors indicative of mental illness?
 
  a. Age 3 months: cries after feeding until burped; sucks thumb
  b. Age 9 months: does not eat vegetables; likes to be rocked
  c. Age 3 years: mut

Pats22   90   2 Replies

La Tanya Wallace, NP

The nurse therapist assessing a family system perceives the family to be enmeshed and determines ...

The nurse therapist assessing a family system perceives the family to be enmeshed and determines ...

The nurse therapist assessing a family system perceives the family to be enmeshed and determines
  that family members have little sense of individuality. A desirable outcome is that members will
 
  a. form groups of

ilovemyname22   106   2 Replies

mani kandan

How do computers and nursing informatics improve patient care? (Select all that apply.) 1. ...

How do computers and nursing informatics improve patient care? (Select all that apply.) 1. ...

How do computers and nursing informatics improve patient care? (Select all that apply.)
 
  1. Learning more about best practices
  2. Acting as a monitor to protect patient safety
  3. Providing easy access t

Ij23   165   2 Replies

Tammy Gonzales

At the last contracted visit in the crisis intervention clinic, an adult says, I've emerged from ...

At the last contracted visit in the crisis intervention clinic, an adult says, I've emerged from ...

At the last contracted visit in the crisis intervention clinic, an adult says, I've emerged from this a stronger person. You helped me feel like my life is back in balance.
 
  The nurse responds, I think it would be worthwhile t

jgrou0811   213   2 Replies

Cassandra Hintz

Closing your eyes boosts memory recall?

Closing your eyes boosts memory recall?

is it true when you close your eyes you can remember more accurately and can you focus better?

joelsedz1   217   1 Reply

habiba

Elderly and new skills

Elderly and new skills

can elderly people learn new skills?

joelsedz1   129   1 Reply

bio_man

Choose the true statement that compares and contrasts the Maxwell-Boltzmann (MB) distribution, the ...

Choose the true statement that compares and contrasts the Maxwell-Boltzmann (MB) distribution, the ...

Choose the true statement that compares and contrasts the Maxwell-Boltzmann (MB) distribution, the Fermi-Dirac (FD) distribution, and the Bose-Einstein (BE) distributions.
  a. The MB, FD, and BE statistical factors agree only at low

mcke   272   2 Replies

Photons4us

Which scenario best illustrates scapegoating within a family?

Which scenario best illustrates scapegoating within a family?

Which scenario best illustrates scapegoating within a family?
 
  a. The identified patient sends messages of aggression to selected family members.
  b. Family members project problems of the family onto one particula

mystinkyfart   249   2 Replies

wubab314

A male client in his late 20s is diagnosed with binge-eating disorder. What etiologic factors does ...

A male client in his late 20s is diagnosed with binge-eating disorder. What etiologic factors does ...

A male client in his late 20s is diagnosed with binge-eating disorder. What etiologic factors does the nurse know most individuals with this disorder have? (Mark all that apply.)
 
  A) The client has maladaptive social skills.

hadtoregister   185   3 Replies

gabbyxgoes

The isotope, tritium, has a half-life of 12.3 years. Assume we have 10 kg of the substance. How much ...

The isotope, tritium, has a half-life of 12.3 years. Assume we have 10 kg of the substance. How much ...

The isotope, tritium, has a half-life of 12.3 years. Assume we have 10 kg of the substance. How much tritium will be left after 30 years?
 a. 0.20 kg
  b. 1.8 kg
  c. 0.18 kg
  d. 1.7 kg
  e. 4.1 kg

mahafakhoury   194   1 Reply

pm_me_ur_stands

44 g of petrified wood was found in a petrified forest. A sample showed a 14C activity of 100 ...

44 g of petrified wood was found in a petrified forest. A sample showed a 14C activity of 100 ...

44 g of petrified wood was found in a petrified forest. A sample showed a 14C activity of 100 decays/minute. How long has the tree been dead (in years)? (The half-life of carbon-14 is 5730 years and freshly cut wood contains 6.5  1010 atoms of 1

Omarlate   253   1 Reply

Tanzious02

The half-life of 131I is 8.04 days. Three days after it was prepared, its activity was 0.50 mCi. How ...

The half-life of 131I is 8.04 days. Three days after it was prepared, its activity was 0.50 mCi. How ...

The half-life of 131I is 8.04 days. Three days after it was prepared, its activity was 0.50 mCi. How many curies (in mCi) were initially prepared?
 a. .60
  b. .70
  c. .65
  d. .55
  e. .39

Mpron   195   1 Reply

ktlyn_16

How many radioactive atoms are present in a sample that has an activity of 0.5 mCi and a half-life ...

How many radioactive atoms are present in a sample that has an activity of 0.5 mCi and a half-life ...

How many radioactive atoms are present in a sample that has an activity of 0.5 mCi and a half-life of 10 years? (1 curie = 3.7  1010 decays/s)
 a. 9.5  1012 atoms
  b. 8.4  1012 atoms
  c. 7.3  1012 atoms

agilleland   176   1 Reply

juliaguay

Naturally radioactive nuclei can decay spontaneously by emitting the following particles:

Naturally radioactive nuclei can decay spontaneously by emitting the following particles:

Naturally radioactive nuclei can decay spontaneously by emitting the following particles:
 a. helium nuclei, electrons, photons
  b. electrons, neutrons, protons
  c. helium nuclei, electrons, protons
  d. electron

LuisJrB96   216   2 Replies

LuisJrB96

Because we know that the half-lives of many radioactive isotopes are millions of years, we can ...

Because we know that the half-lives of many radioactive isotopes are millions of years, we can ...

Because we know that the half-lives of many radioactive isotopes are millions of years, we can deduce that
 a. the longer it exists the more radioactive nuclei Earth produces.
  b. the sun is the source of all the radioactive nuclei o

kay20213   149   1 Reply

Kaydince

An alpha particle is emitted from a radioactive source with an energy of 5 MeV. How fast is it ...

An alpha particle is emitted from a radioactive source with an energy of 5 MeV. How fast is it ...

An alpha particle is emitted from a radioactive source with an energy of 5 MeV. How fast is it moving (in m/s)? (m = 4.002 603 u, 1 u = 1.66  10-27 kg.)
 a. 2.4  107
  b. 1.6  107
  c. 3.7  107
 

country3313   179   1 Reply

tru.alx

How much kinetic energy must a deuterium ion (charge 1.6 10-19 C) have to approach to within 10-14 ...

How much kinetic energy must a deuterium ion (charge 1.6 10-19 C) have to approach to within 10-14 ...

How much kinetic energy must a deuterium ion (charge 1.6  10-19 C) have to approach to within 10-14 m of another deuterium ion? (1 MeV = 1.6  10-13 J)

jco177   154   1 Reply

jkost7

A pure sample of 226Ra contains 2.0 1014 atoms of the isotope. If the half-life of 226Ra = 1.6 103 ...

A pure sample of 226Ra contains 2.0 1014 atoms of the isotope. If the half-life of 226Ra = 1.6 103 ...

A pure sample of 226Ra contains 2.0  1014 atoms of the isotope. If the half-life of 226Ra = 1.6  103 years, what is the decay rate of this sample? (1 Ci = 3.7  1010 decays/s)

Argentina   213   1 Reply

nena1107

The half-life of 131I is 8 days. On a certain day, the activity of an 131I sample is 6.4 mCi. What ...

The half-life of 131I is 8 days. On a certain day, the activity of an 131I sample is 6.4 mCi. What ...

The half-life of 131I is 8 days. On a certain day, the activity of an 131I sample is 6.4 mCi. What is its activity 40 days later?

Flognog   196   1 Reply

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