Author Question: What term was acceptable in the 19th century when talking about mental illness that a nurse would ... (Read 93 times)

fox · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

What term was acceptable in the 19th century when talking about mental illness that a nurse would not find acceptable today?

1. The same terminology is still in use today.
2. The term mentally ill was used regularly.
3. The term mentally disabled was frequently used in the 19th century.
4. In the 19th century, using the term insane was considered acceptable.

Question 2

Several nurses were discussing methods of restraint used in the 19th century. What are some of the methods the nurses might have noted? Select all that apply.

1. Mitts
2. Seclusion
3. Strapping
4. Hydrotherapy
5. Straightjacket

cdmart10 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: 4
Explanation: The term insane was considered acceptable to identify people with a variety of disabilities including learning and developmental disabilities, as well as mental health problems. The terms mentally ill and mentally disabled were not regularly used until the 20th century.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 1, 2, 3, 5
Explanation: A straightjacket has long arms that can be tied together behind an individual's back to achieve restraint. Mitts are a hand device for restraining the hands of an individual. Hydrotherapy is a form of treatment, not restraint. Seclusion was used with some violent patients. Strapping involves tying patients to a bed or chair.