Question

A client who lost a leg in a small plane crash is having flashbacks of the accident and has been diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Which behavior would cause the RN to notify the Health Care Provider that the condition is worsening?

Answer 1

Answer:

Hypervigilance

Explanation:

Hypervigilance is known to be associated with any post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, or schizophrenia.

Hypervigilance is a state in which an individual is experiencing an increased level of alertness. Whereby such individuals are constantly alerted to threats in their area. Even though many times, the threats are not there.

Hence, in this case, the correct answer is Hypervigilance behavior would cause the RN to notify the Health Care Provider that the condition is worsening