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NUR 256 Mental Health Exam 3 Galen College Actual
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effective stress busters: Exercise (Aerobic) - SOLUTION=150 minutes a
week (about 20 minutes a day) of moderate-intensity aerobic activity
such as walking is recommended
Reduces chronic and acute stress
Decreases levels of anxiety, depression, and sensitivity to stress
Decreases muscle tension and increases endorphin levels
Exercise at least 3 hours before bedtime to prevent sleep disruption
Effective stress busters: Reduction or cessation of caffeine intake -
SOLUTION=No more than 4 cups of coffee or cola are recommended
for anyone
Overuse or sensitivity may cause insomnia, nervousness, restlessness,
irritability, stomach upset, rapid heartbeat, muscle tremors, and
shakiness
slowly wean off coffee, tea, colas, and chocolate drinks
Effective stress busters: Music - SOLUTION=Listening to familiar
music promotes relaxation
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Rates of healing may be improved with music
Music can decrease agitation and confusion in older adults
Quality of life in hospice settings enhanced by music
Effective stress busters: Pets - SOLUTION=Can bring joy and reduce
stress
May provide social support
Alleviate medical problems aggravated by stress
effective stress busters: Massage - SOLUTION=Slows the heart rate and
relaxes the body
Improves alertness by reducing anxiety
Reduce anxiety - SOLUTION=distract the patient
Talking
Meditation
Deep breathing
Exercise
Guided imagery
Anxiety - SOLUTION=to be diagnosed it must be affecting functioning
can't sleep
calling into work
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unable to do normal daily activities
perceptual field in mild anxiety - SOLUTION=may have heightened
perceptual field. is alert and can see, hear, and grasp what is happening
in the environment. can identify issues that are disturbing and are
producing anxiety
perceptual field in moderate anxiety - SOLUTION=has narrow
perceptual field, grasps less of what is occurring. can attend to more if
pointed out by another (selected inattention)
perceptual field in severe anxiety - SOLUTION=has greatly reduced
perceptual field. focuses on details or one specific detail. attention
acettered. completely absorbed with self. may not be able to attend to
events in environment even when pointed out by others. the environment
is block out, it is as if these events are not occurring
perceptual field in panic anxiety - SOLUTION=Unable to focus on even
one detail in the environment, misperceptions of the environment are
common (perceived detail might be exaggerated out of proportion)
Ability to solve problems mild level anxiety - SOLUTION=Able to
work effectively toward a goal and examine alternatives
Ability to solve problems moderate level anxiety - SOLUTION=Able to
solve problems but not at optimal levels
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ability to solve problems severe level anxiety - SOLUTION=problem
solving feels impossible
unable to see connections between events or details
ability to solve problems panic level anxiety - SOLUTION=completely
unable to process what is happening
disorganized or irrational reasoning
mild and moderate levels of anxiety - SOLUTION=can alert the person
that something is wrong and can stimulate appropriate action
severe and panic levels of anxiety - SOLUTION=prevent problem
solving. unproductive relief behaviors perpetuate a viscous cycle
Mild anxiety physical symptoms - SOLUTION=slight discomfort
attention-seeking behavior
restlessness
easily startled
irritability or impatience
mild tension-relieving behavior (foot or finger tapping, lip chewing,
fidgeting)
NUR 256 Mental Health Exam 3 Galen College Actual
Exam Newest 2025/2026 Complete Questions And
Correct Detailed Answers (Verified Answers) |Brand
New Version!!
effective stress busters: Exercise (Aerobic) - SOLUTION=150 minutes a
week (about 20 minutes a day) of moderate-intensity aerobic activity
such as walking is recommended
Reduces chronic and acute stress
Decreases levels of anxiety, depression, and sensitivity to stress
Decreases muscle tension and increases endorphin levels
Exercise at least 3 hours before bedtime to prevent sleep disruption
Effective stress busters: Reduction or cessation of caffeine intake -
SOLUTION=No more than 4 cups of coffee or cola are recommended
for anyone
Overuse or sensitivity may cause insomnia, nervousness, restlessness,
irritability, stomach upset, rapid heartbeat, muscle tremors, and
shakiness
slowly wean off coffee, tea, colas, and chocolate drinks
Effective stress busters: Music - SOLUTION=Listening to familiar
music promotes relaxation
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Rates of healing may be improved with music
Music can decrease agitation and confusion in older adults
Quality of life in hospice settings enhanced by music
Effective stress busters: Pets - SOLUTION=Can bring joy and reduce
stress
May provide social support
Alleviate medical problems aggravated by stress
effective stress busters: Massage - SOLUTION=Slows the heart rate and
relaxes the body
Improves alertness by reducing anxiety
Reduce anxiety - SOLUTION=distract the patient
Talking
Meditation
Deep breathing
Exercise
Guided imagery
Anxiety - SOLUTION=to be diagnosed it must be affecting functioning
can't sleep
calling into work
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unable to do normal daily activities
perceptual field in mild anxiety - SOLUTION=may have heightened
perceptual field. is alert and can see, hear, and grasp what is happening
in the environment. can identify issues that are disturbing and are
producing anxiety
perceptual field in moderate anxiety - SOLUTION=has narrow
perceptual field, grasps less of what is occurring. can attend to more if
pointed out by another (selected inattention)
perceptual field in severe anxiety - SOLUTION=has greatly reduced
perceptual field. focuses on details or one specific detail. attention
acettered. completely absorbed with self. may not be able to attend to
events in environment even when pointed out by others. the environment
is block out, it is as if these events are not occurring
perceptual field in panic anxiety - SOLUTION=Unable to focus on even
one detail in the environment, misperceptions of the environment are
common (perceived detail might be exaggerated out of proportion)
Ability to solve problems mild level anxiety - SOLUTION=Able to
work effectively toward a goal and examine alternatives
Ability to solve problems moderate level anxiety - SOLUTION=Able to
solve problems but not at optimal levels
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ability to solve problems severe level anxiety - SOLUTION=problem
solving feels impossible
unable to see connections between events or details
ability to solve problems panic level anxiety - SOLUTION=completely
unable to process what is happening
disorganized or irrational reasoning
mild and moderate levels of anxiety - SOLUTION=can alert the person
that something is wrong and can stimulate appropriate action
severe and panic levels of anxiety - SOLUTION=prevent problem
solving. unproductive relief behaviors perpetuate a viscous cycle
Mild anxiety physical symptoms - SOLUTION=slight discomfort
attention-seeking behavior
restlessness
easily startled
irritability or impatience
mild tension-relieving behavior (foot or finger tapping, lip chewing,
fidgeting)
