Concept: Mood and Affect – Definition and Scope (Nursing)
Über den Vortrag
Der Vortrag „Concept: Mood and Affect – Definition and Scope (Nursing)“ von Rhonda Lawes, PhD, RN ist Bestandteil des Kurses „Concepts (Nursing)“.
Quiz zum Vortrag
Which mental status finding is subjective and obtained by asking the patient directly?
- Mood
- Affect
- Blunting
- Eye contact
- Facial expression
What does euthymia describe?
- Normal healthy fluctuation in mood
- Flat, unchanging emotional baseline
- Sustained euphoric or agitated mood
- Sadness and despair with lost function
- Mismatch between reported and observed feelings
Which findings during a mental status assessment indicate affective instability? (Select all that apply.)
- Crying
- Rage
- Euphoria
- Blunting
- Pressured speech
- Disorientation
Which mood-related activity falls within the nursing generalist's scope of practice?
- Describing the patient's affect
- Diagnosing a mood spectrum disorder
- Prescribing mood-stabilizing medication
- Ordering psychiatric diagnostic testing
- Initiating a mood disorder treatment plan
How does functioning change as mood moves further from the euthymic range?
- Declines proportionately
- Fluctuates unpredictably
- Peaks with mild elevation
- Recovers through adaptation
- Varies with sleep patterns
Dozent des Vortrages Concept: Mood and Affect – Definition and Scope (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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