Author Question: A patient has sundown syndrome. The nurse can expect that the patient will: a. exhibit chronic ... (Read 63 times)

renzo156 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A patient has sundown syndrome. The nurse can expect that the patient will:

a. exhibit chronic fatigue.
b. evidence extreme lethargy at night.
c. manifest confusion and agitation at night.
d. be more alert between 6 PM and 11 PM.

Question 2

The greatest barrier to treatment for the mentally ill can be minimized by:

a. possessing adequate insurance coverage.
b. implementing effective treatment modalities.
c. employing sufficient numbers of mental health practitioners.
d. formulating appropriate, accurate assessment tools for diagnosis.

HandsomeMarc · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
When cognitive ability diminishes in the evening, the pattern is called sundown syndrome. Diminished cognitive ability may result in patient disorientation and agitation.

Answer to Question 2

A
The initial barrier to a patient seeking mental health treatment is insufficient or nonexistent health care insurance coverage for the treatment of mental illness. While the other options are factors that have a positive effect on mental health care delivery, they become relevant only after a patient seeks and/or begins treatment.