Concept: Mood and Affect – Assessment (Nursing)
Über den Vortrag
Der Vortrag „Concept: Mood and Affect – Assessment (Nursing)“ von Rhonda Lawes, PhD, RN ist Bestandteil des Kurses „Concepts (Nursing)“.
Quiz zum Vortrag
In patient assessment, what is affect?
- Observable outward expression of feeling
- Sustained internal emotional state
- Self-reported feeling during interview
- Normal range of emotional fluctuation
- Overall level of alertness
What does affective instability most likely indicate?
- Underlying mood spectrum disorder
- Personality disorder with impulsive traits
- Normal fluctuation within euthymia
- Expected reaction to hospitalization
- Psychiatric medication side effect
Which findings are characteristic of blunting? (Select all that apply.)
- Monotone speech
- Unusually brief responses
- Reduced facial expressiveness
- Pressured rapid speech
- Frequent tearfulness
- Loud angry outbursts
Which components interact to produce affect? (Select all that apply.)
- Mood
- Energy
- Cognition
- Appetite
- Orientation
- Reflexes
Which vegetative findings characterize an atypical depressive presentation? (Select all that apply.)
- Overeating
- Increased sleep
- Increased sexual interest
- Decreased appetite
- Terminal insomnia
- Psychomotor retardation
Which elements belong to the mental status assessment? (Select all that apply.)
- General appearance
- Motor activity
- Orientation
- Appetite
- Blood pressure
- Muscle strength
Dozent des Vortrages Concept: Mood and Affect – Assessment (Nursing)
Rhonda Lawes, PhD, RN
Dr. Rhonda Lawes is a distinguished nursing education leader who serves as Chief Nursing Officer at Lecturio. With her PhD in Educational Psychology from Oklahoma State University (2023) focused on academic resilience, self-efficacy, and academic mindset, Dr. Lawes brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and educational psychology to nursing education.
Throughout her 35+ year career spanning clinical practice, academic leadership, and educational content development, Dr. Lawes has created over 1,400 educational videos for nursing students worldwide. Her extensive teaching experience includes serving as Assistant Professor at the University of Oklahoma College of Nursing and current role as Adjunct Professor at Oral Roberts University.
A prolific presenter and thought leader, Dr. Lawes regularly delivers keynotes and workshops at national and international nursing conferences, focusing on clinical judgment development, NCLEX preparation, and innovative teaching strategies. Her research and publications in nursing education reflect her commitment to developing resilient, competent healthcare professionals prepared to excel in today's complex healthcare environment.
Dr. Lawes combines academic rigor with an engaging teaching style that inspires both students and faculty, making her a respected voice in nursing education and a valuable leader at Lecturio.
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