A family asks the nurse why their son was diagnosed with PTSD and others in the accident were not. Which of the following information should the nurse offer? (Select all that apply.)
1. An individual's religious affiliation can affect response to trauma.
2. Responses are affected by how an individual handled previous trauma.
3. Protectiveness of family and friends can help an individual deal with trauma.
4. Control over the possibility of recurrence can affect the response to trauma.
5. The time in which the trauma occurred can affect the individual's response.
2, 3, 4, 5
Rationale: Variables that affect whether an individual exposed to massive trauma develops trauma-related disorders are grouped into characteristics of (1) the traumatic experience, (2) the individual, and (3) the recovery environment. All information presented falls under one of these groups. Spiritual beliefs, which can be considered a cultural influence, can affect the individual's response, however, an individual's specific religious affiliation should have no bearing or influence.
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