Fast Facts for the ER Nurse, Third Edition by Buettner Jennifer R. RN CEN;

Author:Buettner, Jennifer R., RN, CEN;
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Published: 2017-04-28T00:00:00+00:00

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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

The disorder is a reaction to overwhelmingly traumatic events.

Causes: A traumatic or overwhelming event such as military combat, rape, and natural or man-made disaster.

Signs and symptoms: Signs of anxiety, hyperarousal, or stress; recurring dreams or flashbacks, which may be accompanied by dissociative reactions; explosive anger; increased substance abuse; sleep disturbances; difficulty concentrating; avoidance of activities surrounding the event; and feelings of guilt.

Interventions: Assess suicidal/homicidal ideations; assess anxiety levels; provide therapeutic listening; avoid judgment; and provide referrals for group or individual counseling.

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