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What are the six different affective disorders?
depression bipolar disorders, cyclothymic, dysthymic, sad and postpartum depression
What is meant by Bi polar 1?
patient has true mania and depression
what is meant by Bipolar 2?
hypomania and depressive episodes
what is rapid cycling bipolar?
4 or more episodes per year
What affective disorder affects 10-20% of the population?
depression
What is the opposite affective disorder from depression?
mania
what are some effective interventions for depression?
rest and activity, nutrition and elimination, hygiene, belonging/affiliation, self esteem, security
what are some ineffective interventions for depression?
becoming depressed yourself, pressuring for a more mature, logical response, attempting to alter mood through logical suggestion, focusing on who he/she has to live for, comparing their feeling to others, pointing out accomplishments of the past, encouraging competitive, tedious or complex tasks
what are some nursing interventions for the manic patient?
maintain safety, maintain nutrition (finger foods), decreaseenvironmental stimuli, set limits on behavior, provide rest time, decrease caffeine, be non judgemental, appropriate exercise, avoid fine motor activities, avoid competition
What is the acute level of lithium carbonate?
900-2400mg per day
what is the maintenance level of lithium carbonate?
300-1200mg per day
What are some signs of lithium toxicity?
slight apathy, sluggishness, drowsiness, lethargy, mild muscle weakness, mild ataxia, diminished concentration, slight muscle twitching, coarse hand tremors
What are some of the side effects of lithium?
polyuria, tremors, nausea, muscle weakness, fatigue, hypothyroidism, hair loss
What herbal medication is used in the treatment of depression?
St. Johns Wort (#1 most popular herbal remedy for depression in the US)
What are some of the characteristics of St. Johns Wort?
used for mild to moderate depression, 300mg TID
What are some of the side effects of St. Johns Wort?
photosensitivity, GI disturbances
What is the herbal medication Valerian taken for?
migraine headaches, cramps, insomnia and sedative effects
What are some of the side effects of Valerian?
headache, excitablity, liver damage with excess use
What is the herbal remedy Kava used for?
anxiety and insomnia
What are some of the side effects of Kava?
EPS, dry skin, yellow discoloration of skin
What is SAME used for?
depression, arthritis and liver disease
What types of therapy is effective with affective disorders?
Group therapy, family therapy
What is the prevalence rate of ADHD?
7 - 9%
What are some areas of concern for children with ADHD?
success in school/interpersonal relationships, frequent negative responses from parents, teachers and peers, safety, labeled "bad", "stupid" or "dumb", may be developmentally behind peer groups, negative impact on social relationships