Question 1

In addition to the specific signs and symptoms of an illness, what are some general physical effects patients may experience?.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Sample answer: General physical effects of illness can include fever, pain, nausea, lack of appetite, urinary problems, difficulty with elimination, restlessness, or lethargy.

Question 2

Common emotional reactions to illness include _______

Accepted Answer

Common emotional reactions to illness include annoyance or anger, apprehension or panic, self-pity, and anger or bitterness. Therefore, all of the above choices are correct.

Question 3

How do past experiences influence the emotional reaction a patient will have to an illness?

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Sample answer: Past experiences with illness and with health care create a mindset that is either positive or negative. A patient with a positive mindset toward health care professionals is likely to experience fewer negative emotions than a patient whose negative mindset leads him or her to expect another bad experience. Patients are likely to find examples to support whatever expectations they have.

Question 4

In addition to a patient's words, what evidence can you look for to understand how the patient feels about an illness?

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Illness can be especially threatening to elderly patients because _______

Accepted Answer

Each option (A, B, C) presents a valid reason why illness can be especially threatening to elderly patients, including fears of losing independence, pressure to move into long-term care, and inadequate health insurance.

Question 6

How do a person's life role, occupational role, and financial situation influence the person's reaction to illness?

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Question 7

Match between columns
                        Premises: Illness can create feelings ranging from restlessness to _______, or sluggishness.
Some patients find it easy to talk about, or _______, the feelings they are having about an illness.
An illness can leave a person _______, unable to fulfill family or work responsibilities.
A patient who has had unpleasant experiences with health care in the past may develop a negative _______ toward health care professionals.
Children who are hospitalized may experience _______, a type of panic reaction, when they realize that their parents are going to leave them in a strange place.
Patients may be uncomfortable expressing their feelings and may engage in _______ to cover up their negative emotions.
If a family member is not able to stay with a hospitalized infant, the infant may experience a _______, in which the infant retreats to a corner of the crib or curls up into a fetal position.

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

In addition to illness-specific symptoms, patients may develop general physical effects such as fever, pain, nausea, lack of appetite, and difficulty with urination or elimination. These effects may be due to _______

Accepted Answer

These general physical effects may be due to a combination of emotional reactions to the illness, change in daily routine, diet, or exercise habits, as well as medications.

Question 9

What considerations should health care professionals keep in mind when assisting patients from another country or cultural background?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Mrs. Garcia feels a great deal of fear about her upcoming surgery, but she covers these feelings by acting extremely talkative and cheerful. Mrs. Garcia is engaging in _______

Accepted Answer

Mrs. Garcia is engaging in disguised behavior by covering her fear with talkative and cheerful behavior. Self-pity, anxiety, and bitterness are not accurate descriptions of her behavior.

Question 11

When faced with illness, a person who commonly uses defense mechanisms in daily life is likely to _______

Accepted Answer

When faced with illness, a person who commonly uses defense mechanisms in daily life is likely to continue using those mechanisms to avoid dealing with the unpleasant aspects of the illness. This can include denial, repression, and other maladaptive coping strategies. It is important for the person to learn better methods of coping in order to effectively manage their illness and improve their overall well-being.

Question 12

What are some guidelines for providing effective care for a hospitalized child?

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

You are assisting a patient who says, "This illness will probably kill me. My mother had the same thing, and she died at about my age." Which would be the most appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledging the patient's feelings and concerns without dismissing them is crucial in providing emotional support. Option C directly addresses the patient's expressed worry, showing empathy and understanding, which is a key aspect of patient-centered care.

Question 14

Why is it preferable for family members to remain with young children who are hospitalized?

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Question 15

When a normally well-adjusted person becomes ill, he is likely to _______

Accepted Answer

Even a well-adjusted person may struggle with coping and adjustment when dealing with illness. While they may still be able to cope effectively, their level of adjustment may be impacted by the illness. A and C are incorrect because they assume that the person's level of adjustment will remain unchanged or become severely impacted, respectively. D is not necessarily true as the person may return to their previous level of adjustment after recovery.

Quiz 13: Effects of Illness on Behavior