A nurse is assessing a refugee who fled the genocide in Darfur. Which of the following dis-ease/disorder should the nurse anticipate finding?
a. TB
b. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
c. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD)
d. Malnutrition
ANS: B
The biopsychological changes seen following genocide include physical stress reactions (cardio-vascular, neurological) and mental stress responses, especially PTSD and depression. The bi-opsychosocial changes are the major concern over any physical illnesses that may be present.
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