Advanced Psychiatric Nursing
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Course Introduction
Advanced Psychiatric Nursing focuses on the in-depth assessment, diagnosis, and management of complex mental health conditions across the lifespan. This course integrates advanced theoretical knowledge, evidence-based practices, and clinical decision-making skills necessary for advanced practice nurses in a variety of mental health settings. Students will explore psychopharmacology, psychotherapy modalities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ethical considerations while emphasizing culturally competent and patient-centered care. Through case studies, practicum experiences, and critical analysis, learners will prepare to deliver comprehensive mental health services and advocate for individuals and communities affected by psychiatric disorders.
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Essentials of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing 2nd Edition by Elizabeth M. Varcarolis
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Chapter 1: Practicing the Science and Art of Psychiatric Nursing
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Q1) A patient shows the nurse an article from the Internet about a health problem.Which characteristic of the web site's address most alerts the nurse that the site may have biased and prejudiced information?
A)Address ends in ".org."
B)Address ends in ".com."
C)Address ends in ".gov."
D)Address ends in ".net."
Answer: B
Q2) Which outcome,focused on recovery,would be expected in the plan of care for a patient living in the community with serious and persistent mental illness? Within 3 months,the patient will:
A)deny suicidal ideation.
B)report a sense of well-being.
C)take medications as prescribed.
D)attend clinic appointments on time.
Answer: B
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Chapter 2: Mental Health and Mental Illness
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Q1) A psychiatric nurse addresses Axis I of the DSM-IV-TR as the focus of care but also considers the presence of other long-term,nonmedical disorders that may affect treatment.To which axis should the nurse refer for this information?
A)II
B)III
C)IV
D)V
Answer: A
Q2) In the majority culture of the United States,which individual is at greatest risk to be incorrectly labeled mentally ill?
A)Person who is usually pessimistic but strives to meet personal goals
B)Wealthy person who gives $20 bills to needy individuals in the community
C)Person with an optimistic viewpoint about life and getting his or her own needs met
D)Person who attends a charismatic church and describes hearing God's voice
Answer: D
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Chapter 3: Theories and Therapies
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Q1) Cognitive therapy was provided for a patient who frequently said,"I'm stupid." Which statement by the patient indicates the therapy was effective?
A)"I'm disappointed in my lack of ability."
B)"I always fail when I try new things."
C)"Things always go wrong for me."
D)"Sometimes I do stupid things."
Answer: D
Q2) A 26-month-old child displays negative behaviors.The parent says,"My child refuses toilet training and shouts,'No!' when given direction.What do you think is wrong?" Select the nurse's best reply.
A)"This is normal for your child's age.The child is striving for independence."
B)"The child needs firmer control.Punish the child for disobedience and say,'No.'"
C)"There may be developmental problems.Most children are toilet trained by age 2 years."
D)"Some undesirable attitudes are developing.A child psychologist can help you develop a remedial plan."
Answer: A
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Chapter 4: Biological Basis for Understanding
Psychopharmacology
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Q1) A patient has anxiety,increased heart rate,and fear.The nurse would suspect the presence of a high concentration of which neurotransmitter?
A)GABA
B)Histamine
C)Acetylcholine
D)Norepinephrine
Q2) A patient hospitalized with a mood disorder has aggression,agitation,talkativeness,and irritability.A nurse begins the care plan based on the expectation that the health care provider is most likely to prescribe a medication classified as a(n):
A)anticholinergic
B)mood stabilizer
C)psychostimulant
D)antidepressant
Q3) A drug causes muscarinic-receptor blockade.A nurse will assess the patient for: A)dry mouth
B)gynecomastia
C)pseudoparkinsonism
D)orthostatic hypotension
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Chapter 5: Settings for Psychiatric Care
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Q1) A patient is hospitalized for a reaction to a psychotropic medication and then is closely monitored for 24 hours.During a predischarge visit,the case manager learns the patient received a notice of eviction on the day of admission.The most appropriate intervention for the case manager is to:
A)cancel the patient's discharge from the hospital.
B)contact the landlord who evicted the patient to further discuss the situation.
C)arrange a temporary place for the patient to stay until new housing can be arranged.
D)document that the adverse medication reaction was feigned because the patient had nowhere to live.
Q2) Which patient would a nurse refer to partial hospitalization? An individual who:
A)spent yesterday in the 24-hour supervised crisis care center and continues to be actively suicidal.
B)because of agoraphobia and panic episodes needs psychoeducation for relaxation therapy
C)has a therapeutic lithium level and reports regularly for blood tests and clinic follow-up.
D)states,"I'm not sure I can avoid using alcohol when my spouse goes to work every morning."
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Chapter 6: Legal and Ethical Basis for Practice
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Q1) Which individual with a mental illness may need emergency or involuntary hospitalization for mental illness? The individual who:
A)resumes using heroin while still taking methadone.
B)reports hearing angels playing harps during thunderstorms.
C)throws a heavy plate at a waiter at the direction of command hallucinations.
D)does not show up for an outpatient appointment with the mental health nurse.
Q2) A psychiatric nurse best implements the ethical principle of autonomy when he or she:
A)intervenes when a self-mutilating patient attempts to harm self.
B)stays with a patient who is demonstrating a high level of anxiety.
C)suggests that two patients who are fighting be restricted to the unit.
D)explores alternative solutions with a patient,who then makes a choice.
Q3) A newly admitted patient who is acutely psychotic is a private patient of the senior psychiatrist.To whom does the psychiatric nurse who is assigned to this patient owe the duty of care?
A)Health care provider
B)Profession
C)Hospital
D)Patient
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Chapter 7: Nursing Process and Qsen: The Foundation for Safe
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Q1) After formulating the nursing diagnoses for a new patient,what is the next action a nurse should take?
A)Design interventions to include in the plan of care.
B)Determine the goals and outcome criteria.
C)Implement the nursing plan of care.
D)Complete the spiritual assessment.
Q2) Select the best outcome for a patient with the nursing diagnosis: Impaired social interaction,related to sociocultural dissonance as evidenced by stating,"Although I'd like to,I don't join in because I don't speak the language very well." The patient will:
A)demonstrate improved social skills.
B)express a desire to interact with others.
C)become more independent in decision making.
D)select and participate in one group activity per day.
Q3) Nursing behaviors associated with the implementation phase of the nursing process are concerned with:
A)participating in the mutual identification of patient outcomes.
B)gathering accurate and sufficient patient-centered data.
C)comparing patient responses and expected outcomes.
D)carrying out interventions and coordinating care.
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Chapter 8: Communication Skills: Medium for All Nursing Practice
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Q1) A nurse interacts with a newly hospitalized patient.Select the nurse's comment that applies the communication technique of "offering self."
A)"I've also had traumatic life experiences.Maybe it would help if I told you about them."
B)"Why do you think you had so much difficulty adjusting to this change in your life?"
C)"I hope you will feel better after getting accustomed to how this unit operates."
D)"I'd like to sit with you for a while to help you get comfortable talking to me."
Q2) Documentation in a patient's chart shows,"Throughout a 5-minute interaction,patient fidgeted and tapped left foot,periodically covered face with hands,and looked under chair while stating,'I enjoy spending time with you.'" Which analysis is most accurate?
A)Patient is giving positive feedback about the nurse's communication techniques.
B)Nurse is viewing the patient's behavior through a cultural filter.
C)Patient's verbal and nonverbal messages are incongruent.
D)Patient is demonstrating psychotic behaviors.
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Chapter 9: Therapeutic Relationships and the Clinical
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Q1) A nurse ends a relationship with a patient.Which actions by the nurse should be included in the termination phase? Select all that apply.
A)Focus dialogs with the patient on problems that may occur in the future.
B)Help the patient express feelings about the relationship with the nurse.
C)Help the patient prioritize and modify socially unacceptable behaviors.
D)Reinforce expectations regarding the parameters of the relationship.
E)Help the patient identify strengths,limitations,and problems.
Q2) A community mental health nurse has worked with a patient for 3 years but is moving out of the city and terminates the relationship.A new nurse who begins work with this patient will:
A)begin at the orientation phase.
B)resume the working relationship.
C)enter into a social relationship.
D)return to the emotional catharsis phase.
Q3) Which behavior shows that a nurse values autonomy? The nurse:
A)sets limits on a patient's romantic overtures toward the nurse.
B)suggests one-on-one supervision for a patient who is suicidal.
C)informs a patient that the spouse will not be in during visiting hours.
D)discusses available alternatives and helps the patient weigh the consequences.
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Chapter 10: Stress and Stress-Related Disorders
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Q1) A soldier returned 3 months ago from Afghanistan and was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).Which social event would most likely be disturbing for this soldier?
A)Halloween festival with neighborhood children
B)Singing carols around a Christmas tree
C)Family outing to the seashore
D)Fireworks display on July 4th
Q2) A person with a fear of heights drives across a high bridge.Which structure will stimulate a response from the autonomic nervous system?
A)Thalamus
B)Parietal lobe
C)Hypothalamus
D)Pituitary gland
Q3) Cortisol is released in response to a patient's prolonged stress.Which initial effect would the nurse expect to result from the increased cortisol level?
A)Diuresis and electrolyte imbalance
B)Focused and alert mental status
C)Drowsiness and lethargy
D)Restlessness and anxiety
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Chapter 11: Anxiety, anxiety Disorders, and
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
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Q1) A person who is speaking about a rival for a significant other's affection says in a gushy,syrupy voice,"What a lovely person.That's someone I simply adore." The individual is demonstrating:
A)Reaction formation
B)Repression
C)Projection
D)Denial
Q2) Which statement is mostly likely to be made by a patient with agoraphobia?
A)"Being afraid to go out seems ridiculous,but I can't go out the door."
B)"I'm sure I'll get over not wanting to leave home soon.It takes time."
C)"When I have a good incentive to go out,I can do it."
D)"My family says they like it now that I stay home."
Q3) A student says,"Before taking a test,I feel a heightened sense of awareness and restlessness." The nurse can correctly assess the student's experience as:
A)Culturally influenced
B)Displacement
C)Trait anxiety
D)Mild anxiety
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Chapter 12: Somatoform Disorders and Dissociative Disorders
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Q1) A medical-surgical nurse works with a patient diagnosed with a somatic system disorder.Care planning is facilitated by understanding that the patient will probably:
A)Readily seek psychiatric counseling.
B)Be resistant to accepting psychiatric help.
C)Attend psychotherapy sessions without encouragement.
D)Be eager to discover the true reasons for physical symptoms.
Q2) Select the correct etiology to complete this nursing diagnosis for a patient with dissociative identity disorder.Disturbed personal identity,related to:
A)obsessive fears of harming self or others.
B)poor impulse control and lack of self-confidence.
C)depressed mood secondary to nightmares and intrusive thoughts.
D)cognitive distortions associated with unresolved childhood abuse issues.
Q3) Which treatment modality should a nurse recommend to help a patient with pain disorder cope more effectively?
A)Flooding
B)Relaxation
C)Response prevention
D)Systematic desensitization
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Chapter 13: Personality Disorders
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Q1) Others describe a worker as very shy and lacking in self-confidence.This worker stays in an office cubicle all day,and never comes out for breaks or lunch.Which term best describes this behavior?
A)Avoidant
B)Dependent
C)Histrionic
D)Paranoid
Q2) A patient with borderline personality disorder has a history of self-mutilation and suicide attempts.The patient reveals feelings of depression and anger with life.The psychiatrist suggests the use of a medication.Which type of medication should the nurse expect?
A)Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)
B)Monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)
C)Benzodiazepine
D)Antipsychotic
Q3) For which behavior would limit setting be most essential? The patient:
A)clings to the nurse and asks for advice about inconsequential matters.
B)is flirtatious and provocative with staff members of the opposite sex.
C)is hypervigilant and refuses to attend unit activities.
D)urges a suspicious patient to hit anyone who stares.
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Chapter 14: Eating Disorders
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Q1) Which personality characteristic is a nurse most likely to assess in a patient with anorexia nervosa?
A)Carefree flexibility
B)Rigidity,perfectionism
C)Open displays of emotion
D)High spirits and optimism
Q2) A nursing care plan for a patient with anorexia nervosa includes the intervention "monitor for complications of refeeding." Which system should a nurse closely monitor for dysfunction?
A)Renal
B)Endocrine
C)Central nervous
D)Cardiovascular
Q3) An appropriate intervention for a patient with bulimia nervosa who binges and purges is to teach the patient to:
A)eat a small meal after purging.
B)avoid skipping meals or restricting food.
C)concentrate intake after 4 PM daily.
D)understand the value of reading journal entries aloud to others.
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Chapter 15: Mood Disorders: Depression
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Q1) A patient became severely depressed when the last of six children moved out of the home 4 months ago.The patient repeatedly says,"No one cares about me.I'm not worth anything." Which response by the nurse would be the most helpful?
A)"Things will look brighter soon.Everyone feels down once in a while."
B)"The staff here cares about you and wants to try to help you get better."
C)"It is difficult for others to care about you when you repeatedly say the same negative things."
D)"I'll sit with you for 10 minutes now and return for 10 minutes at lunchtime and again at 2:30 this afternoon."
Q2) A patient became depressed after the last of six children moved out of the home 4 months ago.The patient has been self-neglectful,slept poorly,lost weight,and repeatedly says,"No one cares about me anymore.I'm not worth anything." Select an appropriate initial outcome for the nursing diagnosis Situational low self-esteem,related to feelings of abandonment.The patient will:
A)verbalize realistic positive characteristics about self by (date).
B)consent to take antidepressant medication regularly by (date).
C)initiate social interaction with another person daily by (date).
D)identify two personal behaviors that alienate others by (date).
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Chapter 16: Bipolar Spectrum Disorders
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Q1) A patient with bipolar disorder is hyperactive after discontinuing lithium and has not slept for 3 days.The patient threatens to hit another patient.Which comment by the nurse is appropriate?
A)"Stop that! No one did anything to provoke an attack by you."
B)"If you do that one more time,you will be secluded immediately."
C)"Do not hit anyone.If you are unable to control yourself,we will help you."
D)"You know we will not let you hit anyone.Why do you continue this behavior?"
Q2) Which documentation indicates that the treatment plan for a patient with acute mania has been effective?
A)"Converses without interrupting,clothing matches,participates in activities."
B)"Irritable,suggestible,distractible,napped for 10 minutes in afternoon."
C)"Attention span short,writing copious notes,intrudes in conversations."
D)"Heavy makeup,seductive toward staff,pressured speech."
Q3) At a unit meeting,staff members discuss the decor for a special room for patients with mania.Select the best option.
A)Extra-large window with a view of the street
B)Neutral walls with pale,simple accessories
C)Brightly colored walls and print drapes
D)Deep colors for walls and upholstery
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Chapter 17: Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders
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Q1) A patient diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia angrily tells a nurse,"You act like a homosexual.No one trusts you or wants to be around you." Select the most likely analysis.The patient:
A)is showing reaction formation in response to feelings of abandonment.
B)is unleashing unconscious,hostile feelings toward the nurse.
C)is dwelling on others' shortcomings,thus placing them on the defensive.
D)may be projecting homosexual urges.
Q2) Withdrawn patients with schizophrenia:
A)Universally fear sexual involvement with therapists.
B)Are socially disabled by the positive symptoms of schizophrenia.
C)Exhibit a high degree of hostility as evidenced by rejecting behavior.
D)Avoid relationships because they become anxious with emotional closeness.
Q3) Which patient with schizophrenia would be expected to have the lowest score in global assessment of functioning?
A)39 years old;paranoid ideation since age 35 years
B)32 years old;diagnosed as catatonic at age 24 years;stable for 3 years
C)19 years old;diagnosed with undifferentiated schizophrenia at age 17
D)40 years old;disorganized schizophrenia since age 18;frequent relapses
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Chapter 18: Neurocognitive Disorders
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Q1) A patient with stage 2 Alzheimer's disease calls the police saying,"An intruder is in my home." Police investigate and discover the patient misinterpreted a reflection in the mirror as an intruder.This phenomenon can be assessed as:
A)hyperorality
B)aphasia
C)apraxia
D)agnosia
Q2) An older adult drove to a nearby store but was unable to remember how to get home or state an address.When police took the person home,the spouse reported frequent wandering into neighbors' homes.Alzheimer's disease was subsequently diagnosed.Which stage of Alzheimer's disease is evident?
A)1 (mild)
B)2 (moderate)
C)3 (moderate to severe)
D)4 (late)
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Chapter 19: Addictions and Compulsions
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Q1) A patient has smoked two packs of cigarettes daily for many years.When the patient does not smoke or tries to cut back,anxiety,craving,poor concentration,and headache result.What does this scenario describe?
A)Substance abuse
B)Substance intoxication
C)Substance dependence
D)Recreational use of a social drug
Q2) A newly hospitalized patient has needle tracks on both arms.A friend states that the patient uses heroin daily but has not used in the past 24 hours.The nurse should assess the patient for:
A)slurred speech,excessive drowsiness,and bradycardia
B)paranoid delusions,tactile hallucinations,and panic
C)runny nose,yawning,insomnia,and chills
D)anxiety,agitation,and aggression
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Chapter 20: Crisis and Mass Disaster
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Q1) At the last contracted visit in the crisis intervention clinic,an adult says,"I've emerged from this a stronger person.You helped me feel like my life is back in balance." The nurse responds,"I think it would be worthwhile to have two more sessions to explore why your reactions were so intense." Which analysis applies?
A)The patient is experiencing transference.
B)The patient demonstrates a need for continuing support.
C)The nurse is having difficulty terminating the relationship.
D)The nurse is empathizing with the patient's feelings of dependency.
Q2) Which communication technique is used more in crisis intervention than traditional counseling?
A)Role modeling
B)Giving direction
C)Information giving
D)Empathic listening
Q3) An appropriate question for the nurse to ask to assess situational support is:
A)"Has anything upsetting occurred in the past few days?"
B)"Who can be helpful to you during this time?"
C)"How does this problem affect your life?"
D)"What led you to seek help at this time?"
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Chapter 21: Child, Partner, and Elder Violence
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Q1) A nurse assists a victim of spousal abuse to create a plan for escape if it becomes necessary.The plan should include which components? Select all that apply.
A)Keep a cell phone fully charged.
B)Hide money with which to buy new clothes.
C)Have the telephone number for the nearest shelter.
D)Take enough toys to amuse the children for 2 days.
E)Secure a supply of current medications for self and children.
F)Determine a code word to signal children that it is time to leave.
G)Assemble birth certificates,Social Security cards,and licenses.
Q2) A 10-year-old child cares for siblings while the parents work because the family cannot afford a babysitter.This child says,"My father doesn't like me.He calls me stupid all the time." The mother says the father is easily frustrated and has trouble disciplining the children.The community health nurse should consider which resources to stabilize the home situation? Select all that apply.
A)Parental sessions to teach childrearing practices
B)Anger management counseling for the father
C)Continuing home visits to provide support
D)Safety plan for the wife and children
E)Placement of the children in foster care
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Chapter 22: Sexual Violence
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Q1) A nurse cares for a rape victim who received flunitrazepam (Rohypnol)from the assailant.Which intervention has priority? Monitoring for: A)coma.
B)seizures.
C)hypotonia.
D)respiratory depression.
Q2) A patient comes to the hospital for treatment of injuries sustained during a rape.The patient abruptly decides to decline treatment and return home.Before the patient leaves,the nurse should:
A)tell the patient,"You may not leave until you receive prophylactic treatment for sexually transmitted diseases."
B)provide written information concerning the physical and emotional reactions that may be experienced.
C)explain the need and importance of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)testing.
D)offer verbal information about legal resources.
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Chapter 23: Suicidal Thoughts and Behavior
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Q1) A severely depressed patient who has been on suicide precautions tells the nurse,"I am feeling a lot better,so you can stop watching me.I have taken too much of your time already." Which is the nurse's best response?
A)"I wonder what this sudden change is all about.Please tell me more."
B)"I am glad you are feeling better.The team will consider your request."
C)"You should not try to direct your care.Leave that to the treatment team."
D)"Because we are concerned about your safety,we will continue with our plan."
Q2) When assessing a patient's plan for suicide,what aspect has priority?
A)Patient's financial and educational status
B)Patient's insight into suicidal motivation
C)Availability of means and lethality of method
D)Quality and availability of patient's social support
Q3) A depressed patient says,"Nothing matters anymore." What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
A)"Are you having thoughts of suicide?"
B)"I am not sure I understand what you are trying to say."
C)"Try to stay hopeful.Things have a way of working out."
D)"Tell me more about what interested you before you began feeling depressed."
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Chapter 24: Anger, Aggression, and Violence
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Q1) A confused older adult patient in a skilled care facility is in bed sleeping.The nurse enters the room quietly and touches the bed to see if it is wet.The patient awakens and hits the nurse in the face.Which statement best explains the patient's action?
A)Older adult patients often demonstrate exaggerations of behaviors used earlier in life.
B)Crowding in skilled care facilities increases individual tendencies toward violence.
C)The patient interpreted the health care worker's behavior as potentially harmful.
D)This patient learned violent behavior by watching other patients act out.
Q2) A cognitively impaired patient has been a widow for 30 years.This patient is frantically trying to leave the unit,saying,"I have to go home to cook dinner before my husband arrives from work." To intervene with validation therapy,the nurse should say:
A)"You must come away from the door."
B)"You have been a widow for many years."
C)"You want to go home to prepare your husband's dinner?"
D)"Was your husband angry if you did not have dinner ready on time?"
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Chapter 25: Care for the Dying and Those Who Grieve
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Q1) The mourning process is more difficult when the bereaved:
A)was relatively independent of the deceased.
B)has experienced a number of previous losses.
C)accepts that death is expected for older adults.
D)had few unresolved conflicts with the deceased.
Q2) A person whose husband is terminally ill says,"I don't want to cry in front of him.I don't want him to know how close he is to death or how sad I am." Which response by the nurse would be most therapeutic?
A)"You're right to protect him at a time when he is so vulnerable."
B)"He might be more reassured than disturbed by your tears."
C)"It's important for you to know that time is running out."
D)"You definitely need to be honest about your feelings."
Q3) Which actions by a nurse contribute to protecting the rights of patients who are terminally ill? Select all that apply.
A)Maintain hope for a positive prognosis.
B)Hug the patient when sadness is expressed.
C)Offer choices that promote personal control.
D)Provide interventions that convey respect.
E)Support the patient's quest for spiritual growth.
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Chapter 26: Children and Adolescents
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Q1) An adolescent was arrested for prostitution and assault on a parent.The adolescent says,"I hate my parents.They focus all their attention on my brother,who's perfect in their eyes." Which type of therapy might promote the greatest change in this adolescent's behavior?
A)Bibliotherapy
B)Play therapy
C)Family therapy
D)Art therapy
Q2) A 16-year-old adolescent with a conduct disorder (CD)has been in a residential program for 3 months.Which outcome should occur before discharge?
A)The teen and parents create and consent to a behavioral contract with rules,rewards,and consequences.
B)The teen completes an application to enter a military academy for continued structure and discipline.
C)The teen is temporarily placed with a foster family until the parents complete a parenting skills class.
D)The teen has an absence of anger and frustration for 1 week.
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Chapter 27: Adults
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Q1) The father of a child with schizophrenia says,"I lost my job,so we have no health insurance." The mother says,"I must watch this child all the time.Without supervision,our child becomes violent and destroys furniture." The sibling says,"My parents don't pay very much attention to me." These comments signify:
A)life-cycle stressors
B)psychobiologic issues
C)family burden of mental illness
D)stigma associated with mental illness
Q2) A patient living independently has command hallucinations to report terrorism to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)and to shout warnings to neighbors.After a short hospitalization,the patient is prohibited from returning to the apartment.The landlord says,"You can't come back here.You cause too much trouble." What problem is the patient experiencing?
A)Grief
B)Stigma
C)Homelessness
D)Lack of insurance parity
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Chapter 28: Older Adults
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Q1) An older adult patient with depression is being treated with sertraline (Zoloft).This medication is often chosen for older adult patients because it:
A)has a high degree of sedation.
B)is effective when given in smaller doses.
C)has few adverse interactions with other drugs.
D)is less affected by changes associated with aging.
Q2) A health care provider decided that the emotional distress of an older adult patient who experiences threatening auditory hallucinations warrants the use of risperidone (Risperdal).Which intervention should the nurse add to the patient's plan of care?
A)Use disposable briefs for incontinence.
B)Monitor for psychomotor changes.
C)Implement a tyramine-free diet.
D)Monitor for dehydration.
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