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ss2343 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Carl is being treated for PTSD after return from military combat. He also sustained a mild traumatic brain injury secondary to an explosive device while in combat.

The nurse decides to conduct additional screening assessments on the basis of common comorbidities that occur with these conditions. Which of these screening assessments would be relevant?

A. CAGE screen for alcohol abuse
B. Beck Depression Inventory
C. Mini Mental Status Exam
D. All of the above

Question 2

Paula's husband returned from active duty 1 month ago, and Paula is now seeing a counselor for relational conflict in her marriage.

She tells the counselor she thinks her husband can't love anything as much as he loves the military and that he acts like he can't wait to be redeployed. Which of these common aspects about military culture might be contributing to her husband's behavior?

A. Military mission is advanced as the highest priority.
B. Marriage is discouraged in the military.
C. Redeployment is considered the highest honor.
D. People who choose a military lifestyle often have asocial personality traits.

Jossy · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Alcohol abuse and depression are common comorbidities with PTSD. Cognitive deficits, including memory problems, may accompany traumatic brain injury, so all three of these screens would be relevant.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
One aspect of military culture is advancing the idea that the military mission takes precedence over other concerns, which could be perceived to include family and marital relationships.