Asked by Alyssa Poythress on Sep 24, 2024
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A nurse cares for a patient diagnosed with paraphilia. The nurse expects the health care provider may prescribe which type of medication to reduce paraphilic behaviors?
A) Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)
B) Erectile dysfunction medication
C) Atypical antipsychotic medication
D) Mood stabilizer
Paraphilia
Patterns of sexual attraction to unusual or socially unacceptable objects, situations, or individuals.
Atypical Antipsychotic Medication
A class of drugs used to treat psychiatric conditions, noted for causing fewer extrapyramidal side effects than traditional antipsychotics.
- Recognize the impact of stigma and discrimination on people with mental illness and tactics to lessen these consequences.
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Michelle Calahanabout 19 hours ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
SSRIs are reported to have a positive effect on paraphilia. The other medications are not indicated for this disorder.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the impact of stigma and discrimination on people with mental illness and tactics to lessen these consequences.
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