FNP Review Dunphy-Chapter 18 Psychosocial Problems Questions With Complete Solutions.

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Questions 18-1 Life expectancy rates in the United States have declined for the first time for several years in a row. The reasons for this are A. little understood. B. increased suicide rates. C... . more drug-resistant and/or nosocomial infections. D. the opioid crisis. 18-2 Medications may be needed in addition to screening, early intervention, counseling, and education to treat alcohol use disorder (AUD), moderate to severe subtype. You are treating Jerry, age 60, who has this diagnosis. He has been in detox numerous times. Jerry is desperate to stop drinking. He continues his usual heavy usage of alcohol and is fearful of the consequences. You decide you must consider pharmacological therapy for this client. What drug is your best choice? A. Citalopram (Celexa) B. Chlorpromazine (Thorazine) C. Naltrexone (Revia) D. Disulfiram (Antabuse) 18-3 There are well-validated screening instruments to assist in diagnosing psychosocial problems, as well as tracking progress with treatment. Your patient Gloria, age 29, presents with symptoms of restlessness and anxiety. You decide to have Gloria fill in the following screening instrument. A. GAD-7 B. PHQ-9 C. CAGE screening exam D. Life event checklist (LEC) 18-4 You are seeing Anthony, age 48, for a new patient visit. He tells you “My biggest problem is trying to deal with a divorce. I didn’t want a divorce. I still do not want a divorce. But my wife is leaving!” Your best response is A. “I’m so sorry. No wonder you are upset.” B. “Can you tell me about it?” C. “You must be devastated.” D. “Sounds like it has been a difficult time.” [Show More]

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