Concept Map Disease and pathophysiology PTSD is a disease characterized by severe anxiety, flashbacks, nightmares, and uncontrollable thoughts that cause distress after seeing or experiencing a traumatic event. This condition is often found in veterans of wars who experience or witness traumatic events during combat. The exact pathophysiology of PTSD is unknown. It’s likely that both genetic and environmental factors contribute to the development of PTSD in an individual (Tian, et al, 2015). It’s possible that two individuals experience the same traumatic event but only one develops PTSD. Tian Y, Liu H, Guse L, Wong TK, Li J, Bai Y, Jiang X. Association of Genetic Factors and Gene-Environment Interactions With Risk of Developing Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in a Case-Control Study. Biol Res Nurs. 2015 Jul;17(4):364-72. doi: 10.1177/1099800415588362. Epub 2015 May 22. PMID: 26002549. Diagnostic test, reason, results Patient Information Anticipated physical findings There is no diagnostic test for PTSD. Diagnosis will be made by a mental healthcare provider after a patient interview and assessment. 28yo male. Veteran. Had a car crash 2 weeks ago in which he lost consciousness. Afterwards experienced confusion. Concussion. Insomnia and poor sleep Nightmares Anxiety attacks and flashbacks can cause hyperventilation, increase in heart rate, increase in blood pressure. Anticipated nursing interventions Ensure patient safety with Q15 safety checks Remove unsafe objects and belongings Continually assess and monitor the patient’s ability to contract for safety Stay with the patient and monitor them is they are having a flashback or panic attack Assess the patients neuro status Administer medications as prescribed Therapeutic communication

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