A patient 38-year-old patient came back from the army and is experiencing signs and symptoms of PTSD. What findings are expected in a patient with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? (Select All that Apply.)

Rationale: A. Recurring nightmares or flashbacks related to the traumatic event are hallmark symptoms of PTSD. B. Individuals with PTSD often avoid places, people, or situations that remind them of the trauma. C. Hyperarousal, including heightened startle response, irritability, and difficulty sleeping, is a key feature of PTSD. D. Increased appetite is not commonly associated with PTSD; appetite may actually decrease in some individuals. E. Enhanced memory recall is not typical; rather, PTSD may involve memory disturbances or intrusive, unwanted memories. F. Decreased reflexes are not characteristic of PTSD; hypervigilance may actually heighten reflexes. G. Euphoria and elation are not associated with PTSD; mood symptoms typically include anxiety, irritability, or depression.