[Verified Answer]: Bill and Joe, who are veterans of military…

Bill and Joe, who are veterans of military action in Afghanistan and Iraq are enrolled in a PTSD program at a veteran’s hospital outpatient clinic. Upon returning home from combat, they essentially relived their experiences through recurrent nightmares about intermittent explosive devices. They both experience insomnia and loss of pleasure in previously enjoyed activities. Both men had trouble concentrating. Bill felt guilty about surviving when other men in his unit did not. Joe felt guilty about the actions he had to take in order to survive. Please answer the follow questions: 1. What questions will help you to assess Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? 2. What are the characteristics of PTSD? 3. What are the nursing interventions for clients experiencing PTSD? 4. What are the techniques in promoting effective communication including therapeutic communication related to PTSD? 5. During the initial stage (4 to 8 weeks) of PTSD, the use of benzodiazepines (BZDs) may be helpful in the treatment of anxiety, insomnia, and nightmares. List examples of BZDs and discuss the side effects and related nursing interventions when administering BZDs.