Asked by Kevin Picard on Jul 02, 2024
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A nurse's neighbor says, "I saw a news story about a man without any known illness who died suddenly after his ex-wife committed suicide. Was that a coincidence, or can emotional shock be fatal?" The nurse should respond by noting that some serious medical conditions may be complicated by emotional stress, including (Select all that apply)
A) cancer.
B) hip fractures.
C) hypertension.
D) immune disorders.
E) cardiovascular disease.
Emotional Shock
A strong emotional response of fear, horror, or grief to a traumatic or stressful event, which can lead to psychological disturbances.
Cardiovascular Disease
A class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels, including coronary artery disease, hypertension, and stroke.
Hypertension
A medical condition characterized by persistently high blood pressure, which can lead to heart disease, stroke, and other health problems if untreated.
- Acquire knowledge about the attributes and treatment methods applicable to somatic symptom disorders.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the attributes and treatment methods applicable to somatic symptom disorders.
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