Question

A nurse is caring for a client who has posttraumatic stress disorder related to military service. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Answer 1

nursing actions for client with post traumatic stress disorder related to military service:

1. Nurses are more likely to recognize and successfully Address the physical, mental and emotional effects of PTDS in clients.
2. Listen to patients story.
3. Thank client for his or her service to the country.
4. Ask about traumatic experiences ( specially about sexual trauma)  
5. Validate feelings about common trauma reactions.
6. Screen for PTSD symptoms explicitly.
7. Screen for suicidal ideation
8. Stay alert for behavioural changes, nightmares. If these occur frequenty, rescreen the patient for PTSD or ask informally about Return Of symptoms.
9. Ensure proper follow up to evaluate the patient for current health and PTSD symptoms, medication adherence and side effects and progress of setbacks.
10. Encourage behaviour that ease stress, such as regular exercise, proper nutrition and good sleep habits.