Which statement by a patient would the nurse not expect to find with a diagnosis of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a result of a motor vehicle accident?
A) "I keep seeing the accident in my dreams."
B) "I find that I am avoiding riding in cars."
C) "I startle easily with loud noises."
D) "I find myself emotionally expressive."
D) "I find myself emotionally expressive."
Explanation: A) Three distinct criteria define PTSD: (1) persistent reexperiencing of the traumatic event through flashbacks or dreams, (2) persistent attempts to avoid stimuli perceived to be associated with the traumatic event in combination with a general lack of interest in activities along with a lack of affect, and (3) persistent symptoms of increased arousal.
B) Three distinct criteria define PTSD: (1) persistent reexperiencing of the traumatic event through flashbacks or dreams, (2) persistent attempts to avoid stimuli perceived to be associated with the traumatic event in combination with a general lack of interest in activities along with a lack of affect, and (3) persistent symptoms of increased arousal.
C) Three distinct criteria define PTSD: (1) persistent reexperiencing of the traumatic event through flashbacks or dreams, (2) persistent attempts to avoid stimuli perceived to be associated with the traumatic event in combination with a general lack of interest in activities along with a lack of affect, and (3) persistent symptoms of increased arousal.
D) Three distinct criteria define PTSD: (1) persistent re-experiencing of the traumatic event through flashbacks or dreams, (2) persistent attempts to avoid stimuli perceived to be associated with the traumatic event in combination with a general lack of interest in activities along with a lack of affect, and (3) persistent symptoms of increased arousal.
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