1.

A strong, uncomfortable, emotional response

to a real or perceived provocation. It is a
normal human emotion
2. Behavior in which a person attacks or injures
another person or that involves the
destruction of property or both.
3. Emotion expressed through verbal abuse, lack
of cooperation, violation of rules or norms, or
threatening behavior.
4. An immature defense mechanism by which the
person deals with emotional conflicts or stressors
through actions rather than through reflection or
feelings.
5. Neurotransmitter that is involved in aggression
6. The ability to delay gratification.
7. A dissociative episode characterized by a period
of brooding followed by an outburst of violent,
aggressive, or homicidal behavior directed at
other people and objects.
8. Aggression Cycle: The client regain physical
and emotional control. Lowered voice,
decreased muscle tension, clearer and more
rational communication, physical relaxation
9. Aggression Cycle: The client loses control.
Loss of emotional and physical control.
Throwing objects. Kicking, hitting, spitting,
biting, scratching, shrieking, screaming,
inability to communicate clearly
10. Treatment of bipolar and conduct disorders
as well as violence associated with mental
retardation.
11. If things reach the escalation phase, how
does the nurse respond?
12. How does the nurse respond during the
crisis phase of aggression?

13-15. Give 3 nursing outcome for a client

posing at risk for violence or aggression.