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yoroshambo

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The nurse understands that neurotransmitters have a direct relationship to many mental health disorders, and explains to a family member that the client's depression might be related to a deficiency of:
 
  1. acetylcholine.
  2. epinephrine.
  3. serotonin.
  4. histamine.

Question 2

The nurse is participating in a mental health information session at a local health fair. In an effort to reduce the stigma of mental health illness, the nurse should promote which philosophy?
 
  1. People with a mental illness can't help or control their behavior.
  2. The public should view mental illness as a disability.
  3. Mental illness can often be treated in the same way as a physical illness.
  4. Most mental illnesses have a genetic link.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: 3

1. Acetylcholine is decreased in Alzheimer and Parkinson disease.
2. Epinephrine does not influence affect.
3. Serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine are often decreased in depression.
4. Histamine is released in response to an irritant.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 3

1. With proper medication and therapy, many people can control their behavior just as a diabetic controls his blood sugar.
2. Stereotypes such as a disability should be avoided.
3. Many members of the public view mental illness as untreatable. With proper medication and therapy, many people can control their behavior just as a diabetic controls his blood sugar.
4. There can be a genetic link, but isn't always.



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