Question 1

You are in attendance at a patient care conference and your patient exhibits verbally abusive behaviors toward staff and is sarcastic when describing the care she has been receiving.How would you categorize her behaviors?

A)Internalized anger
B)Denial
C)Depression
D)Externalized hostility

D

Accepted Answer

The patient is exhibiting externalized hostility by verbally abusing the staff and being sarcastic. This behavior is directed outwardly, rather than being internalized.

Question 2

Your patient displays persistent confusion to where he is and who his family members are.You alert the PT that the patient is displaying which of the following behaviors?&#10;A)Regression&#10;B)Disorientation&#10;C)Inappropriate affect&#10;D)Hypovigilance

Accepted Answer

The patient is showing disorientation, as he is confused about where he is and who his family members are.

Question 3

When working in an acute care setting, which of the following is the MOST common reaction you will see your patients experience first as a result of physical or psychological trauma?&#10;A)Shock&#10;B)Denial&#10;C)Depression&#10;D)Anger

Accepted Answer

The most common initial reaction to physical or psychological trauma in an acute care setting is shock, which is characterized by feeling numb, disconnected, and disoriented. This can be accompanied by physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, shallow breathing, and clammy skin. Denial, depression, and anger may also be seen in some individuals, but shock is typically the first reaction.

Question 4

You have worked with your patient for several days and have noticed deterioration in personal care and carelessness in negotiating the environment.You alert the health-care team that you suspect which of the following behaviors?

A)Regression
B)Disorientation
C)Inappropriate affect
D)Self-destructive behaviors

Accepted Answer

The answer of You have worked with your patient for...

Deck 26: Pta: Psychosocial Disorders