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psycholgical disorders
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Graduate
07/12/2014

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Term
alzheimers
Definition
chronic progressive deterioration of cerbrum
loss of memory, intellect, confusion,anxiety,depression, motor impairments, gait deficits, contractures
Tx- be consistent avoid frustration
have patient keep memory log
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anxiety
Definition
irrational anxious state
acute panic attacks, terror and feelings of impendind doom
Term
bipolar
Definition
mood swings from depression to mania
manic-intense outbursts, high energy, euphoria,insomnia,unrealistic beleifs, distraction,poor judgement,denial
Term
conversion
Definition
reaction ro severe emotional distress resulting in involuntary disturbance of physical function
nervous system issues vision,sensation,hearing,motor tremors
patient may be indifferent to S/S
Tx-as any other patient with physical deficits
offer encouragement and inform Md if pt improves
Term
depressive reaction
Definition
neurotic reaction to loss or failure that is disproportionate in intensity and duration
listless dejected helpless crys eating disorder
frequent fatigue hypochondrias depression
drug treatment common takes several weeks to notice change
Tx-keep positive
if new symptoms present contact MD
exercise is good
be aware of medication side effects
Term
paranoia
Definition
delusions of grandure,persecution,eroticism,jealousy
Term
scizophrenia
Definition
lose of association"fragmented thoughts errors in logic bizarre ideas" autistic withdrawal, ambivalence, inappropriate response
meds; sedation drwsiness insomnia seizures HA back pain, tachycardia, orthstatic hypotension, dry mouth cconstipation, weight gain
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clausrophobia
Definition
fear of confined spaces restricted movements
some orthotic devices will trigger anxiety
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