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Test Bank for Psychiatric Nursing: Contemporary Practice
Chapter 5 : Mental Health Care in the Community Questions
Question 1 of 5
The parents of a young adult diagnosed with schizophrenia are providing care for the patient in their home. During a home visit, the parents state, It?s been so difficult taking care of our son. We need a break. But he needs constant supervision. Which of the following would be appropriate for the nurse to suggest?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Respite residential care provides temporary relief for caregivers by offering short-term, supervised residential care for patients requiring constant supervision, allowing families a break while ensuring safety.
Question 2 of 5
A patient is referred to a psychosocial rehabilitation program. When explaining this type of care to the patient, the nurse would emphasize which of the following?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Psychosocial rehabilitation programs focus on promoting reintegration into the community through skill-building, social support, and vocational training, helping patients live independently.
Question 3 of 5
As part of an interdisciplinary team, a nurse is assisting with a patient assessment to determine the most appropriate setting for treatment. The team decides that an acute ambulatory setting would be most appropriate. Which of the following would support the team?s decision?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: An acute ambulatory setting, such as a partial hospitalization program, is appropriate for patients with moderate to severe symptoms who can still function with structured outpatient support, avoiding inpatient care.
Question 4 of 5
A nursing instructor is explaining the concept of the continuum of care to a group of students. Which of the following would the nurse include in this description?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The continuum of care in mental health is an integrated system that provides comprehensive services across a range of settings, from acute care for severe illness to outpatient support for wellness, ensuring seamless care delivery.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse is employed by a long-term residential treatment center that provides care to a variety of patients with chronic mental disorders. Which role would the nurse primarily assume when working with these patients?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: In a long-term residential treatment center, the nurse primarily acts as an educator, teaching patients skills for self-management, coping, and community reintegration, while also supporting medication administration and other roles.