Lily Sharkey is a 32 -year-old female who presents to the outpatient mental health clinic for concerns regarding panic attacks. Lily reports sudden, unexplained episodes of panic that last about 10 minutes. The client states, “During the episodes, it feels like my heart is pounding out of my chest, I get short of breath, my hands tremble, and I feel like I am going to die.” She reports that the episodes began 4 months ago, and she has become increasingly nervous that she will have more episodes and that they will cause her to have a heart attack. Lily is an avid runner but is worried that exercise might trigger a panic attack if she notices her breathing is becoming labored. Lily has stopped all forms of exercise in response to this association. Lily has no significant past medical history. She is not currently taking any medications. She lives at home with her husband and four young children. She has been married for 6 years and describes her spouse as being loving and supportive, but very busy with work. The nurse introduces themself to Lily while bringing her back to the exam room. The nurse asks Lily how she is feeling today. Lily reports feeling extremely stressed and tired. She reports finding it difficult to balance working full time, caring for her family, and worrying about having a panic attack. She states, “1 just feel like l’m failing at everything because I am spread so thin. Ifeel so sad and nervous all the time; sometimes I think my family would be better off without me. Most nights I can’t relax long enough to fall sleep.” Which of the following concerns should the nurse plan to address when caring for the client? (Select all that apply.) Safety: Self-harm Psychosocial: Stress and Coping Physiological: Mobility Psychosocial: Interpersonal Violence Psychosocial: Mood and Affect Safety: Home environment Health Promotion: Self Care
[Answered]: Lily Sharkey is a 32 -year-old female who…
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