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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: Understanding And Treatment From An OT Perspective

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1.  Which of the following is a TRUE statement?
  1. Experiencing a single traumatic event is most likely to lead to simple PTSD.
  2. Complex PTSD (CPTSD) is from a single traumatic event.
  3. Trauma does not affect a person's ability to form relationships.
  4. Ongoing childhood neglect is an example of simple PTSD.
2.  Which is a DSM-5 Criterion for PTSD?
  1. Intrusive and distressing memories and avoidance of them
  2. Distressing dreams
  3. Diminished interest in significant activities
  4. All of the above
3.  What happens to the body and brain of someone with PTSD?
  1. Ventral vagus nerve becomes more active
  2. Hypo-arousal of the nervous system
  3. Amygdala becomes more overactive
  4. The frontal cortex becomes more active
4.  Which is NOT a characteristic of trauma informed care?
  1. Strengths based approach & empowerment
  2. Maintain regulation yourself
  3. Decreased validation
  4. Involve clients: Give lots of choices!
5.  What is a basic intervention to treat PTSD?
  1. Sleep hygiene
  2. Routine and meaningful engagement in activity
  3. Diet and exercise
  4. All of the above

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