Psych Exam 3 — Study Guide Modules 9, 11 (Neurocognitive & Death/Dying) | Sleep Disorders

A collection of flashcards summarizing key terms and definitions from the Psych Exam 3 study guide, focusing on substance use, neurocognitive disorders, the grieving process, and sleep disorders.

Intoxication

Being drunk or under the influence of a substance.

Withdrawal

Unpleasant physical reaction when ceasing an addictive substance.

Stimulants

Drugs that produce alertness, energy, and euphoria, followed by possible withdrawal symptoms.

Depressants

Drugs that elevate mood and reduce anxiety, with withdrawal symptoms including anxiety and tremors.

Denial defense mechanism

A common defense mechanism in substance use where the client cannot accept loss of control.

CAGE Screening Tool

A tool for assessing alcohol use disorder based on four questions about drinking behavior.

Alcohol Intoxication Signs

Includes slurred speech, nystagmus, memory impairment, and altered judgment.

BAC 0.08%

The legal blood alcohol concentration indicating intoxication.

Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome

Symptoms during alcohol withdrawal that include increased blood pressure, heart rate, and temperature.

Delirium Tremens (DTs)

A severe form of alcohol withdrawal marked by disorientation, hallucinations, and hypertension.

CIWA

Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment used to assess alcohol withdrawal severity.

Benzodiazepines

First-line medications for managing alcohol withdrawal, used to prevent seizures.

Disulfiram (Antabuse)

Medication that causes severe reactions if alcohol is consumed, used for alcohol abstinence.

Naloxone (Narcan)

A medication that rapidly reverses opioid overdose.

Cocaine Intoxication Symptoms

Can range from mild symptoms like dizziness to severe symptoms like hallucinations and cardiovascular collapse.

Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome

A disorder due to thiamine deficiency, commonly associated with chronic alcohol use.

Bupropion (Wellbutrin)

An atypical antidepressant that can help reduce nicotine cravings.

Refeeding Syndrome

A potentially fatal condition occurring when nutrition is reintroduced to severely malnourished patients.

Kübler-Ross Stages of Dying

Stages of grief including denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.

Normal Grief

Uncomplicated grief that should eventually lead to acceptance.

Maladaptive Grief

Complicated grief that can manifest in delayed, distorted, or chronic forms.

Circadian Rhythm Disorder

A sleep disorder characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness and sleeping at night.

Sleep Apnea

A sleep disorder associated with breathing interruptions during sleep.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTi)

A therapy addressing negative thoughts surrounding sleep.