A client periodically has acute panic attacks. These attacks are unpredictable and have no apparent association with a specific object or situation. During an acute panic attack, the client may experience:
a decreased heart rate.
a decreased respiratory rate.
a decreased perceptual field. (x)
heightened concentration.

A 54-year-old client with generalized anxiety disorder is admitted to the facility. Which therapeutic modalities are typically used to treat this disorder? Select all that apply.
Fluphenazine therapy
Biofeedback (x)
Buspirone therapy (x)
Electroconvulsive therapy
Relaxation techniques (x)

A client describes anxiety attacks that usually occur shortly after work when he is preparing his evening meal. Which question would be most appropriate for the nurse to ask the client first in an effort to learn how he can be helped?
"Have you tried walking to ease your anxiety?"
"What are you thinking about before you start to prepare supper?" (x)
"Do you think taking several slow, deep breaths would help?"
"What do you do when you are anxious to help yourself feel better?"